Securities Analyst

Securities Analyst An individual that is able to analyze the market by studying companies and then is able to make recommendations on which securities to buy and sell using this information. This individual usually works for a bank or brokerage and is able to give investors the information that they need to make informed decisions on what to buy and what to sell. There are a number of different techniques that are used by a securities analyst, but the research is always very thorough and is trusted by not only traders, but also managers who are handling the mutual funds and portfolios of others.