Financial and Investment Analysts

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Financial and Investment Analysts does

Financial and investment analysts research companies, markets, and economic trends to help clients and organizations make informed investment decisions. They analyze financial data, create reports, and recommend buying or selling securities.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a bachelor's degree. About 4 years.

Estimated cost of that path: ~$40,000. Estimated payback: ~2 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

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