Citigroup Sales and Trading Analyst Interview Experiences 2026

I had a two-round process that blended market thinking with a bit of personal fit. The first round was a group-style setup where I had to do case analysis and also deliver a presentation focused on Asian markets. The second round was with a future manager from the asset class, and the conversation covered both markets and technical aspects, plus behavioral questions. The whole experience felt like it was designed to see how I translated market information into clear opinions, not just whether I could answer straightforward finance prompts.

My process felt like it was built around multiple gates and increasing intensity. It started with automated filtering that led into a psychometric and behavioral testing stage. If I passed, I moved to a first-stage interview with other candidates where I had to read some sentiments and present trade ideas, then critique myself and also respond to critique from others. The final round brought together senior decision-makers for a rapid markets test and a fit-focused check, with an emphasis on staying alert to current markets news and doing deep research across asset classes. I remember feeling that the bar was high and the rounds demanded careful attention, especially once it turned into markets testing.