UBS’s Global Head of Equity Capital Markets Latest to Leave in Shakeup

The video discusses UBS's role in equity capital markets, highlighting its strong wealth management unit and strategic moves. It also covers trends in the industry, such as private equity firms hiring from ECM desks, and mentions key personnel like Sam Kendall. UBS is not among the top three in ECM but maintains a strong position due to its wealth management capabilities.

Why is UBS able to maintain a strong position in equity capital markets?

• They are one of the top three in equity capital markets.

• They have a large wealth management unit.

• They focus solely on private placements.

• They are the largest bank in the world.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a top bank in equity capital markets?

• JP Morgan

• UBS

• Morgan Stanley

• Goldman Sachs

What role did Sam Kendall have before taking a strategic role?

• Head of the Americas

• Chief Financial Officer

• Chief Executive Officer

• Head of Global Operations

What is one of the key functions of UBS's investment bank?

• Capital markets

• Real estate management

• Retail banking

• Insurance services

What is a significant trend in equity capital markets today?

• Banks are reducing their ECM desks.

• ECM desks are becoming obsolete.

• Private equity firms are hiring from ECM desks.

• Hedge funds are avoiding ECM professionals.