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Investment Research Analyst

Overview

Investment research analysts study market trends to identify new investment opportunities.

Description

  • Evaluate investment opportunities across industries.
  • Monitor financial news with specialist media sources.
  • Research target industries and companies.
  • Prepare and present recommendations to senior management.
  • Support investment banking managers.

Entry requirements

  • A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Banking and Financial Investment is required.

Salary

$3,900 – 6,900

/mo

Salary ranges are estimated based on public information found on Singaporean job portals, including MyCareersFuture, MySkillsFuture. Updated as of 2026.

Trivia

Investment research analysts have extensive knowledge across several different industries, so clients turn to them for advice.

What to expect

This field may involve long hours and weekend work. Good time management skills will help you succeed and stay balanced.

Soft
skills

Attention to Detail

Able to review financial data and market trends to ensure accuracy.

Analytical Skills

Experience in interpreting complex data to make decisions.

Innovative Problem-Solving

Able to find creative solutions and adapt to changing market conditions.

Data Analysis and Representation

Ability to analyse data and present it as graphs and reports.

Research and Summary Skills

Able to conduct thorough market research and present findings clearly.

Advisory Skills

Ability to provide sound investment recommendations through both analysis and understanding of client needs.

Hard
skills

Frequently asked questions

Investment analysts evaluate investment decisions, credit analysts specialise in credit and debit transactions, while investment bankers sell financial assets like stocks and bonds.

No. Investment analysts who have worked for several years and built a network of industry contacts may become freelance consultants offering their expertise to firms.

A common method is discounted cash flow analysis, which calculates how much future money flows are worth in today's terms.

They evaluate the company's financial health, competitive position, management team quality, and overall strategy.

They define the research objective, gather data, analyse financial statements, and evaluating investment opportunities.