Salary for Financial and Investment Analysts

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Financial analysts make investment decisions for public and private institutions based on current market trends, forecasts and overall economic conditions. They communicate complex financial information to their clients by generating charts and graphs that place the data in a format that is easy to interpret. Additionally, financial analysts may determine the pricing of securities for the general public based on market data, and present oral or written reports on industries, corporations and market trends. The majority of individuals in this industry have a Bachelor's degree in a related discipline, and approximately 16% also have their Master's degrees.

A Financial and Investment Analyst gets an average compensation that can range from $48,760 - $159,560 depending on the level of education. usually receive a salary of ninety-six thousand six hundred and thirty dollars each year.

are compensated highest in New York, where they can earn an average pay rate of near $130,670. Professionals that work in these jobs make the highest salary in Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction, where they can receive wages of $108,650.

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