by meridith dennes | Apr 25, 2025 | Buy Side, Exit Opportunities
Investment banking’s career progression presents a stark reality that remains underreported in official career guidance: private equity exit opportunities drop precipitously after the analyst program ends. Analysis of lateral hiring patterns across major... 
by meridith dennes | Apr 18, 2025 | Buy Side, News
The private equity landscape is facing unprecedented challenges in 2025, creating both obstacles and potential opportunities for investment bankers in the M&A space. Recent reporting from the WSJ highlights a concerning trend that deserves closer attention from... 
by meridith dennes | Mar 28, 2025 | Buy Side, Exit Opportunities
For nearly 25 years, private equity has been the darling of Wall Street, consistently outperforming the stock market and attracting top talent with promises of eye-watering compensation. But the tides are turning, and this shift has major implications for anyone... 
by meridith dennes | Feb 9, 2025 | Buy Side, Interviewing, Lateral Recruiting
Private equity firms have a secret they don’t tell MBA candidates: They’re not that interested in your expensive degree. “No amount of classroom learning can prepare you for leading real investment decisions,” says a senior partner at a... 
by meridith dennes | Sep 20, 2024 | Buy Side
As you prepare for interviews in the private equity sector, it’s crucial to be ready for a wide range of questions. This comprehensive guide covers 19 essential questions you might encounter and 7 insightful questions you should consider asking your interviewer.... 
by meridith dennes | Sep 20, 2024 | Buy Side
Private equity associate recruiting is undergoing a significant shift, marked by an increasingly accelerated on-cycle process. At Prospect Rock Partners, we’ve conducted a thorough analysis of the current market dynamics to provide insights for both candidates...