FinEcon
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FinEcon
16 years of experience in Investment Banking and Finance. Chief Risk Officer at Azerbaijan Uzbek Investment Company, previously worked at JP Morgan Chase in Tokyo for almost a decade as a Rates Derivatives Trade Support and Middle Office professional. Graduate…
We’ve just uploaded a new episode of the FinEcon Podcast Eps 15 to our YouTube channel, featuring Saidakhror Burkhanov, who spent nearly a decade at J.P. Morgan Tokyo.
In this conversation:
• His journey from Nagoya University to global banking in Japan.
• What it’s really like to work at Nomura and J.P. Morgan in Tokyo.
• The lessons from managing Rates & FX teams at one of the world’s top banks.
• Honest reflections on cultural differences between Japan and Uzbekistan.
• Practical advice for students and young professionals building an international career.
🎧 Listen the full interview now: FinEcon YouTube
In this conversation:
• His journey from Nagoya University to global banking in Japan.
• What it’s really like to work at Nomura and J.P. Morgan in Tokyo.
• The lessons from managing Rates & FX teams at one of the world’s top banks.
• Honest reflections on cultural differences between Japan and Uzbekistan.
• Practical advice for students and young professionals building an international career.
🎧 Listen the full interview now: FinEcon YouTube
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📚 5 Books Every Finance Student Should Read
1. The Intelligent Investor — Benjamin Graham
Classic on value investing and avoiding market mistakes.
💡 Quote: “The investor’s chief problem — and even his worst enemy — is likely to be himself.”
2. Rich Dad Poor Dad — Robert Kiyosaki
Shifts how you think about assets, liabilities, and financial freedom.
💡 Quote: “The rich don’t work for money. They make money work for them.”
3. Corporate Finance: Principles & Practice — Berk & DeMarzo
Clear guide to corporate finance and decision-making.
💡 Quote: “Finance is about choices under uncertainty.”
4. The Financier — Theodore Dreiser
Novel on ambition, risk, and the human side of capitalism.
💡 Quote: “Power follows money — and desire drives both.”
5. Liar’s Poker — Michael Lewis
Insider’s look at 1980s Wall Street and the greed driving markets.
💡 Quote: “If you think being a trader is like gambling, you’re wrong. It’s worse.”
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1. The Intelligent Investor — Benjamin Graham
Classic on value investing and avoiding market mistakes.
💡 Quote: “The investor’s chief problem — and even his worst enemy — is likely to be himself.”
2. Rich Dad Poor Dad — Robert Kiyosaki
Shifts how you think about assets, liabilities, and financial freedom.
💡 Quote: “The rich don’t work for money. They make money work for them.”
3. Corporate Finance: Principles & Practice — Berk & DeMarzo
Clear guide to corporate finance and decision-making.
💡 Quote: “Finance is about choices under uncertainty.”
4. The Financier — Theodore Dreiser
Novel on ambition, risk, and the human side of capitalism.
💡 Quote: “Power follows money — and desire drives both.”
5. Liar’s Poker — Michael Lewis
Insider’s look at 1980s Wall Street and the greed driving markets.
💡 Quote: “If you think being a trader is like gambling, you’re wrong. It’s worse.”
@fineconim
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Is "American Dream" over?
The H-1B visa is a program in the United States designed for highly skilled foreign professionals who work in specialty occupations such as technology, engineering, finance, and healthcare.
Each year, about 85,000 visas are issued under this category, including 65,000 under the regular cap and 20,000 for advanced degree holders from U.S. institutions.
Until recently, the cost of applying for an H-1B visa was relatively modest. For individuals, fees started at around $215, while employers were responsible for additional costs that could reach approximately $1,500. These expenses made the program accessible to both companies and skilled workers seeking opportunities in the U.S.
As of September 21, 2025, the landscape has changed dramatically. A new executive order has imposed a $100,000 fee on all new H-1B applications. This fee is a one-time charge per application and must be paid by the employer.
It does not apply to existing H-1B holders or to renewals, but it represents a substantial barrier for businesses that rely on global talent to fill critical roles.
This change marks one of the most significant shifts in U.S. immigration policy for skilled workers, sparking concern across industries and among countries like India, whose citizens represent the majority of H-1B visa holders.
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The H-1B visa is a program in the United States designed for highly skilled foreign professionals who work in specialty occupations such as technology, engineering, finance, and healthcare.
Each year, about 85,000 visas are issued under this category, including 65,000 under the regular cap and 20,000 for advanced degree holders from U.S. institutions.
Until recently, the cost of applying for an H-1B visa was relatively modest. For individuals, fees started at around $215, while employers were responsible for additional costs that could reach approximately $1,500. These expenses made the program accessible to both companies and skilled workers seeking opportunities in the U.S.
As of September 21, 2025, the landscape has changed dramatically. A new executive order has imposed a $100,000 fee on all new H-1B applications. This fee is a one-time charge per application and must be paid by the employer.
It does not apply to existing H-1B holders or to renewals, but it represents a substantial barrier for businesses that rely on global talent to fill critical roles.
This change marks one of the most significant shifts in U.S. immigration policy for skilled workers, sparking concern across industries and among countries like India, whose citizens represent the majority of H-1B visa holders.
@fineconim
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Glozo_2025_Banking_Recruitment_and_Salary_Trends.pdf
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Recruitment and Hiring Trends in Banking, 2025
Although 2025 has almost ended, here are the key statistics regarding the banking sector:
- 13% increase in hiring for AI-related roles in banking (e.g., Data Science, Machine Learning).
- 40% of roles now require skills in data analytics, AI-driven financial modeling, cybersecurity, and blockchain.
- Over 50% of hiring managers now prioritize emotional intelligence (EQ) in recruitment.
- 60–70% projected increase in investment banking recruitment at major firms (e.g., JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs) compared to the previous year.
- 30% increase in compliance hiring (AML, ESG reporting) due to stricter regulations.
For more details and statistics, please refer to the full report. It is also worth noting that all data relates specifically to the United States.
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Although 2025 has almost ended, here are the key statistics regarding the banking sector:
- 13% increase in hiring for AI-related roles in banking (e.g., Data Science, Machine Learning).
- 40% of roles now require skills in data analytics, AI-driven financial modeling, cybersecurity, and blockchain.
- Over 50% of hiring managers now prioritize emotional intelligence (EQ) in recruitment.
- 60–70% projected increase in investment banking recruitment at major firms (e.g., JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs) compared to the previous year.
- 30% increase in compliance hiring (AML, ESG reporting) due to stricter regulations.
For more details and statistics, please refer to the full report. It is also worth noting that all data relates specifically to the United States.
@fineconim
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Senior Financial Analyst at Amazon
This time, we will be having a conversation with Giyos Esirgapov.
He is currently Principal FP&A at Rocket Now (Tokyo, Japan). Previously, he worked as a Senior Financial Analyst at Amazon, and before that, at firms such as Bitcoin.com and KPMG Japan.
He is also a holder of the CFI FMVA and CAP designations.
In this session, we will discuss how to break into firms like Amazon, building a career in Japan, pursuing an MBA, and specifically exploring FP&A roles.
Date: 28 September
Time: 18:00
Host: Diyorbek Zokirov
Please share with others as the bigger we are the better and more guests we can bring.
@fineconim
This time, we will be having a conversation with Giyos Esirgapov.
He is currently Principal FP&A at Rocket Now (Tokyo, Japan). Previously, he worked as a Senior Financial Analyst at Amazon, and before that, at firms such as Bitcoin.com and KPMG Japan.
He is also a holder of the CFI FMVA and CAP designations.
In this session, we will discuss how to break into firms like Amazon, building a career in Japan, pursuing an MBA, and specifically exploring FP&A roles.
Date: 28 September
Time: 18:00
Host: Diyorbek Zokirov
Please share with others as the bigger we are the better and more guests we can bring.
@fineconim
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FinEcon
We are launching the second season of the "30-day Study Challenge with FinEcon". In the first season, nearly 100 participants studied together every day. Yet only seven demonstrated the discipline and consistency to study 30 days successfully. The rules…
In the last cohort, out of around 90 participants, only 11 people were able to complete all 30 days of the study challenge.
Will you join if we host the next season of the 30-day study challenge? (We will host if more than 30 people select "Yes")
Will you join if we host the next season of the 30-day study challenge? (We will host if more than 30 people select "Yes")
Final Results
84%
Yes, let`s gooo!
17%
No, I can`t.
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FinEcon
In the last cohort, out of around 90 participants, only 11 people were able to complete all 30 days of the study challenge.
Will you join if we host the next season of the 30-day study challenge? (We will host if more than 30 people select "Yes")
Will you join if we host the next season of the 30-day study challenge? (We will host if more than 30 people select "Yes")
Nice!
Those who voted "Yes", please share the screenshot of your vote to the channel DM, and I will share the link to the study challenge.
Poll will be closed after 24 hours.
Thanks.
Those who voted "Yes", please share the screenshot of your vote to the channel DM, and I will share the link to the study challenge.
Poll will be closed after 24 hours.
Thanks.
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AI can now pass the hardest level of the CFA exam in a matter of minutes
A new study from NYU Stern and GoodFin shows that advanced AI models can now pass all three levels of the CFA exam, including the notoriously difficult Level III written essays, in just minutes. For human candidates, this process usually requires about one thousand hours of study spread over several years.
The research team tested twenty-three leading large language models, including GPT, Gemini, and Claude, using official CFA Level III mock exams. Both multiple-choice and essay questions were evaluated, and certified CFA graders were used to score the results. With chain-of-thought prompting, which guides step-by-step reasoning, essay performance improved by fifteen percentage points.
Several models, including Claude Opus and Gemini 2.5, achieved passing scores without any specialized training. OpenAI’s o4-mini reached as high as seventy-nine percent, well above the typical passing threshold of sixty-three to sixty-five percent. In total, nine models cleared Level III, a first in this kind of evaluation.
The findings demonstrate that AI is now capable of professional-level financial reasoning and scenario analysis, not just memorization or calculation. While the technology could transform wealth management by making expert-grade insights more accessible, researchers emphasize that human judgment, interpersonal understanding, and ethical reasoning still provide an essential edge.
Industry discussion now centers on the relevance of the CFA credential in an era of AI-assisted advisors. The consensus is that AI will enhance, not replace, financial professionals, with hybrid workflows combining machine efficiency and human expertise.
What do you think about such AI advancement? Will it replace finance professionals?
Research paper dropped in comments
@fineconim
A new study from NYU Stern and GoodFin shows that advanced AI models can now pass all three levels of the CFA exam, including the notoriously difficult Level III written essays, in just minutes. For human candidates, this process usually requires about one thousand hours of study spread over several years.
The research team tested twenty-three leading large language models, including GPT, Gemini, and Claude, using official CFA Level III mock exams. Both multiple-choice and essay questions were evaluated, and certified CFA graders were used to score the results. With chain-of-thought prompting, which guides step-by-step reasoning, essay performance improved by fifteen percentage points.
Several models, including Claude Opus and Gemini 2.5, achieved passing scores without any specialized training. OpenAI’s o4-mini reached as high as seventy-nine percent, well above the typical passing threshold of sixty-three to sixty-five percent. In total, nine models cleared Level III, a first in this kind of evaluation.
The findings demonstrate that AI is now capable of professional-level financial reasoning and scenario analysis, not just memorization or calculation. While the technology could transform wealth management by making expert-grade insights more accessible, researchers emphasize that human judgment, interpersonal understanding, and ethical reasoning still provide an essential edge.
Industry discussion now centers on the relevance of the CFA credential in an era of AI-assisted advisors. The consensus is that AI will enhance, not replace, financial professionals, with hybrid workflows combining machine efficiency and human expertise.
What do you think about such AI advancement? Will it replace finance professionals?
Research paper dropped in comments
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FinEcon
Senior Financial Analyst at Amazon This time, we will be having a conversation with Giyos Esirgapov. He is currently Principal FP&A at Rocket Now (Tokyo, Japan). Previously, he worked as a Senior Financial Analyst at Amazon, and before that, at firms such…
We are having an interview today at 6 pm (Tashkent time zone).
If you have any questions, you will be able to ask in the end!
Stay tuned.
If you have any questions, you will be able to ask in the end!
Stay tuned.
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We've just uploaded our last interview with Giyos Esirgapov, a Principle, FPA in Tokyo and former Senior Financial Analyst at Amazon!
He gave the unfiltered reality of the current job market:
- AI vs. Your Job: Why Amazon was forced to cut 10% of junior analysts and how you can survive this trend.
- The MBA Strategy: How an MBA is a "bridge" to working abroad.
- Hiring Secrets: Inside the Amazon "Loop Interview" and why you need FMVA for practical skills.
- The Final Rule: Why you must prioritize IMPACT over ACTIVITY.
Watch the full episode now: https://youtu.be/TQ6HE3TXEJM
He gave the unfiltered reality of the current job market:
- AI vs. Your Job: Why Amazon was forced to cut 10% of junior analysts and how you can survive this trend.
- The MBA Strategy: How an MBA is a "bridge" to working abroad.
- Hiring Secrets: Inside the Amazon "Loop Interview" and why you need FMVA for practical skills.
- The Final Rule: Why you must prioritize IMPACT over ACTIVITY.
Watch the full episode now: https://youtu.be/TQ6HE3TXEJM
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