Vashishta User

Executed end-to-end equity fundraising mandates by building financial models, conducting DCF and SOTP valuations, and preparing investor-grade pitch books and investment memoranda. Managed buy-side and sell-side M&A advisory engagements including target identification, financial due diligence, valuation analysis, deal structuring, and transaction close.

Conducted in-depth market research, financial analysis, and investment due diligence on early-stage startups across Indian and global markets. Screened 20+ startup investment opportunities and prepared Investment Research Reports, IMs, financial models, and valuation reports for senior review.

Screened early-stage startups using structured evaluation frameworks and assessed business models, market sizing, and revenue projections to identify high-potential deals. Built valuation models and crafted investment pitches tailored for private equity clients and UHNWIs.

Collected and analyzed Maharashtra's government expenditure data across departments and identified spending inefficiencies and allocation gaps using data analysis techniques. Presented findings with actionable budget optimization recommendations to senior research staff.

Pursued a Diploma in Investment Banking & Financial Analytics, covering financial reporting, fixed income, corporate finance, wealth management, M&A, DCF valuation, WACC, cost of equity, Power BI, and advanced Excel.

Earned a Master of Arts in Economics with coursework in macroeconomic and microeconomic analysis, international trade, public finance, econometrics, health economics, and industrial economics.