Careers in Finance: Brian Egger
In this episode of Careers in Finance on FinPod, we sit down with Brian Egger, Global Head of Financial Modeling at Bloomberg LP. Brian brings a wealth of experience from his time at Goldman Sachs and Bloomberg, where he has developed and led the Bloomberg Interactive Calculator financial modeling platform.
Brian talks about the complexities of equity research, such as his analysis on Las Vegas airline service capacity in the late 1990s, which challenged conventional thinking and demonstrated the critical interplay between demand and airline service. He also discusses the importance of modern data analytics, highlighting the role of coding and tools like Bloomberg Query Language (BQL) in enhancing financial modeling.
Listeners will learn about the essential skills for equity research, including meticulous attention to detail, the ability to synthesize data into clear viewpoints, and effective communication tailored to different audiences.
Tune in to learn from his expertise and gain insights into equity research and financial modeling.