Capital Markets

Equity and debt capital markets, IPOs, and bond issuances. Learn deal execution, syndicate dynamics, and capital raising strategies.

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ECM/DCM Role & Deal Lifecycle

45 questions

Origination to execution; syndicate structure; bookbuilding mechanics; stabilization; aftermarket considerations.

18 easy18 medium9 hard

Equity Capital Markets: IPOs & Follow-Ons

45 questions

Valuation/comp ranges, equity story development, investor education, greenshoe mechanics, allocation strategies.

16 easy20 medium9 hard

Debt Capital Markets: Bonds & Liability Management

45 questions

Pricing spreads, tenor selection, covenant packages, issuance process, tender offers and refinancings.

15 easy21 medium9 hard

Issuer Strategy & Market Timing

45 questions

Capital structure logic, rating considerations, dilution vs leverage tradeoffs, market windows and volatility.

14 easy21 medium10 hard

Syndicate, Distribution & Investor Dynamics

45 questions

Orderbook management, price talk strategies, allocation decisions, buyside behavior, research restrictions.

14 easy22 medium9 hard

ECM/DCM Interview Cases & Live Deal Scenarios

45 questions

Instrument selection, comp/pricing logic, handling weak demand, headline risk management, deal simulations.

17 hard3 easy25 medium

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What to Expect in Capital Markets Interviews

Capital markets interviews test your knowledge of equity and debt issuances, syndicate dynamics, and the deal execution process.

ECM fundamentals: IPO process, valuation ranges, investor education, greenshoe
DCM fundamentals: Bond pricing, spreads, covenants, liability management
Deal lifecycle: Origination, bookbuilding, syndication, stabilization
Issuer strategy: Capital structure decisions, market timing, rating considerations
Investor dynamics: Orderbook mechanics, price talk, allocations
Case interviews: Instrument selection, pricing logic, handling weak demand

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What is asked in Capital Markets (ECM/DCM) interviews?

Capital markets interviews cover the IPO and bond issuance process, syndicate mechanics, bookbuilding, pricing strategies, and investor dynamics. You'll discuss how to structure offerings, market timing, and how to handle deal challenges.

How do I prepare for ECM/DCM interviews?

Learn the deal lifecycle for both equity and debt offerings. Understand how pricing is determined, how syndicates work, and the roles of different participants. Be ready to discuss recent deals and market conditions. Our platform covers the full capital markets toolkit.