# @finance.thomas on Instagram

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- **Posted:** 2025-11-06T17:47:16.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Thomas  HIGADERE (@finance.thomas) — https://gondola.cc/finance.thomas

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1. Goldman Sachs – Investment Bank
The gold standard in investment banking and trading.
GS alumni run hedge funds, governments, even central banks — the brand is that powerful.

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2. Blackstone – Private Equity
The biggest PE firm in the world, managing $1T+ across buyouts, credit and infra.
Getting in is harder than HEC or Harvard — but it opens every door in finance.

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3. Citadel – Hedge Fund & Market Maker
The best of both worlds: fundamental investing + ultra-high-frequency trading.
Citadel Securities moves markets, while Citadel LLC dominates macro, credit and equities.

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4. Bridgewater Associates – Hedge Fund
Founded by Ray Dalio, it’s the home of “radical transparency” and macro investing.
If you love global economics, psychology, and intense intellectual culture — this is your arena.

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5. JPMorgan – Universal Bank
From M&A to FX trading, it’s the most complete machine in finance.
Jamie Dimon’s leadership, tech edge, and global scale make it a dream employer.

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6. Renaissance Technologies – Quant Hedge Fund
Math, code, and pure alpha.
Only hires PhDs — and their Medallion Fund is the most profitable in history (39% annual returns).

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7. Rothschild & Co – Boutique Investment Bank
One of the most respected names in M&A advisory, especially in Europe.
Known for its relationship-driven approach, elite training, and work on landmark deals.

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Have I forgotten any ? 🤔 
Comment if you see one 

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