Financial Analyst
Financial analysts help businesses and individuals make informed decisions about money — analyzing data, forecasting trends, evaluating investments, and translating complex numbers into actionable insights.
A Day in the Life
You'll spend your day building financial models in spreadsheets, analyzing company performance data, writing reports for executives, attending meetings to present your findings, and keeping up with market news and economic trends. The work is analytical but deeply connected to real business outcomes.
How to Get There
A bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or mathematics is standard. Many analysts pursue the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) designation for advancement. Internships during college are almost essential for landing your first role at a major firm.
Financial Analyst
Numbers tell stories if you know how to read them. Two financial analysts break down what it's really like to work in finance — the spreadsheets, the strategy, and whether Wall Street lives up to the movies.
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