Akhilesh Kumar
Gurgaon
Summary
Investment research professional with 13+ years of experience specializing in global fixed-income credit research, equity research, and financial derivatives. Adept at conducting in-depth financial analysis, building valuation models, and providing insightful macroeconomic and thematic reports. Proven expertise in managing high-performing teams, delivering value-added research to global clients, and driving business growth through thought leadership. Strong understanding of multiple asset classes, including equities, fixed income, CLOs, REITs, and alternatives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager – Buyside Equity Research
Evalueserve Private Limited
Gurgaon
02.2024 - Current
- Leading end-to-end buyside equity research execution for clients across Europe and the US
- Spearheading new business development through pilot projects, website content creation, and research publications
- Monitoring key economic indicators (US, China, Japan, India) and briefing senior management
- Managing a team of analysts to optimize resource utilization and enhance client deliverables
- Published a research blog on the company’s website, showcasing thought leadership
Senior Research Analyst – Investment Research
Acuity Knowledge Partners (formerly Moody’s Analytics)
Gurgaon
03.2016 - 02.2024
- Provided research support to a leading investment bank in the Nordics region, focusing on high-yield bonds and credit analysis
- Built, updated, and tracked financial models, analysing cash flows and capital structures
- Conducted M&A analysis, monitored covenants, and assessed credit risk
- Led due diligence assignments, client presentations, and business acquisition initiatives
- Specialized in sectoral and company research, delivering in-depth investment recommendations
Equity Research Analyst (Team Lead)
Narnolia Securities Ltd.
Noida
02.2011 - 02.2016
- Conducted fundamental research on Indian Real Estate & FMCG sectors
- Developed comprehensive financial models and projected company valuations using DCF, SOTP, and relative valuation techniques
- Maintained coverage of recommended stocks, updated clients on market developments, and participated in analyst calls
- Authored investment reports, company profiles, and thematic research publications
- Led consulting assignments for due diligence on third-party valuations
Sales Officer (CASA)
ICICI Bank Ltd.
Raipur
06.2010 - 02.2011
- Managed lead generation and closure for retail banking clients
- Cross-sold financial products to expand customer portfolio
Back Office Executive
Unicon Investment Private Limited
Bokaro Steel City
04.2004 - 03.2008
- Assisted in invoice management, data compilation, and client servicing
Education
MBA - Finance
IPSAR
OrissaB.A -
IGNOU
Skills
- Fixed Income & Credit Research
- Equity Research
- Financial Modelling & Valuation
- Macro & Thematic Research Report Writing
- Financial Derivatives
- Business Development & Client Management
- Team Leadership & Project Management
- Advanced MS Excel
- PowerPoint
- Word
Certification
- NISM-Series-VIII: Equity Derivatives Certification, 07/01/25
- NISM-Series V-A: Mutual Fund Distributors Certification, 12/01/25
Timeline
Manager – Buyside Equity Research
Evalueserve Private Limited
02.2024 - Current
Senior Research Analyst – Investment Research
Acuity Knowledge Partners (formerly Moody’s Analytics)
03.2016 - 02.2024
Equity Research Analyst (Team Lead)
Narnolia Securities Ltd.
02.2011 - 02.2016
Sales Officer (CASA)
ICICI Bank Ltd.
06.2010 - 02.2011
Back Office Executive
Unicon Investment Private Limited
04.2004 - 03.2008
MBA - Finance
IPSAR
B.A -
IGNOU
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