State Street Syntel Senior Associate Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Q1. What are bonds, what is corporate actions and it's types, Why would you join an investment banking firm
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Bonds are debt securities issued by companies or governments. Corporate actions are events that affect a company's stock or bond.
• Bonds are a type of fixed-income security that pays interest to the bondholder. They are issued by companies or governments to raise capital.

• Corporate actions are events that affect a company's stock or bond, such as mergers and acquisitions, stock splits, dividends, and bond calls.

• Joining an...read more
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Q1. About your self
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Q2. Why your looking for job change and your experience.
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I am looking for a job change to explore new opportunities and challenges.
• Seeking growth and advancement in my career.

• Wanting to work in a different industry or company.

• Desire for a higher salary or better benefits.

• Need for a more flexible work schedule.

• Unsatisfied with the current work environment or management.

• Seeking a role that aligns better with my skills and interests.
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Q1. What is trade life cycle & derivatives
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Trade life cycle refers to the stages involved in a trade from initiation to settlement, while derivatives are financial instruments whose value is derived from an underlying asset.
• Trade life cycle includes trade initiation, trade execution, trade confirmation, trade settlement, and trade reconciliation.

• Derivatives are contracts between two parties that derive their value from an underlying asset, such as stocks, bonds...read more
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Q1. What is your family background?
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Q2. Why should we hire you?
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Q3. Why are you looking for a change?
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Q4. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
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Q5. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
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Q6. Tell me about yourself.
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Q1. Tell me about your self
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1 topic will be provided by HR & you need to speak on that but it needs to be finance background

Q1. Finance related questions
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Q2. What is Benchmark
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Benchmark is a standard or point of reference used for comparison or evaluation.
• Benchmark is used to measure the performance of a product, service, or investment against a standard.

• It helps in identifying strengths and weaknesses and improving performance.

• Examples of benchmarks include stock market indices, interest rates, and industry-specific metrics.

• Benchmarking can be internal (comparing performance within an organ...read more
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Q3. Excel & Outlook knowledge
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Q4. What is portfolio
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A collection of investments held by an individual or organization
• A portfolio can include stocks, bonds, mutual funds, real estate, and other assets

• The goal of a portfolio is to diversify investments and manage risk

• Investors may adjust their portfolio over time based on their financial goals and market conditions
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