As fall approaches and schools are back in session, it might seem everyone is moving on from the events of the summer. While many of us took vacation, a new class of investment banking Analysts began their programs; they’ve since finished training and hit the desk.

Each year, we survey the incoming class of investment banking Analysts to understand both their individual priorities and broader industry trends. As these bankers settle into their new roles, we take here a closer look at this cohort. In this issue, we use data from 1,000+ investment banking Analysts to cover key insights on these first-years, including:

• The demographic makeup of the 2024 class
• The effect of on-cycle’s historically early start on recruiting participation
• Whether the current private equity fundraising environment has impacted career preferences
• Increasing interest in private credit and hybrid strategies
• Weighing the decision to complete the full banking program or leave early
• Heightened uncertainty about pursuing business school

Read on to explore these topics and more.

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We hope you enjoy the end of summer and the beginning of autumn.

The Odyssey Search Partners Team