Iwani F.
Public Equity AnalystWhat is the nature of your role and its responsibilities?
Analyse companies under coverage and actively monitor the financial performance and investment opportunities from macro outlook and earnings upside/downside.
What led you to follow this career path?
I am bonded with my current employer following the scholarship for my tertiary education and i envision myself to be working in their core business division which is investment.
What qualification(s) or training did you complete?
Law and Sociology degree from University of Warwick.
How are your qualification(s) or training useful in your everyday job?
It helps me to become a very inquisitive analyst which led me to analyse the details thoroughly. Additionally, it helps me to deliver clear presentation through the public speaking skills i gained from mooting and convince the audience of my investment thesis.
What does an average working day look like for you?
I work more than 12 hours a day on an average of 6 days a week during peak hours. A typical day for me would mean joining conference calls, watching news outlet and monitoring the sector and companies I am covering.
What aspect of your role do you most enjoy?
Interacting with company management, attending global conferences, and staying informed on global macroeconomic news as they play a key role in shaping my daily analysis of investment decisions, which I then communicate and recommend to my fund managers.
What aspect of your job do you find most challenging?
The work-life balance is a bit tricky and can wear you down if you don’t enjoy and like the job enough. Additionally, it holds you very accountable to the calls you make because your unitholders can either gain or lose money.
What would be your top piece of advice for anyone wanting to become a public equity analyst?
Your degree does not determine your career but your attitude and the skills you carry with you are key. If you are always keen to learn, you will be able to overcome any obstacles.
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