Independent equity research platform with quantitative strategy and alternative data
Wolfe Research is an independent equity research firm founded in 2008, operating across 11 global offices with 30+ analyst teams covering major sectors and specialized areas like quantitative strategy, economics, and policy. The tech stack is traditional (Excel, Bloomberg, FactSet, Salesforce, NetSuite) with Python and SQL present—typical for a research-and-advisory firm. The hiring mix is research-heavy (9 of 19 open roles), spanning mid to senior levels, with active projects around investment strategy, alternative asset management platforms, and portfolio analytics suggesting a shift toward in-house investible solutions beyond pure research.
Notable leadership hires: Managing Director
Wolfe Research provides independent equity research and data services to institutional clients. The platform covers all major GICS sectors alongside portfolio strategy, economics, Washington policy, and specialized areas like special situations and technical analysis. A dedicated quantitative team (QES) delivers analytics, alternative data feeds, and risk-management tools. The firm operates across 11 cities globally (New York, London, Madrid, Sydney, Toronto, Boston, Mumbai, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Houston, Chicago, Miami) and currently employs 201–500 people. Recent project focus includes building an alternative asset management platform and scaling investment strategy capabilities.
Primary tools include Excel, PowerPoint, Bloomberg, FactSet, and Microsoft Office (Access, Outlook). Salesforce handles CRM, NetSuite manages operations, and Python and SQL support quantitative work.
Yes. 19 active roles across research (9), finance (5), legal (1), ops (1), sales (1), and support (1), with velocity accelerating. Positions span junior to director and VP levels, all based in the United States.
New York, NY. The firm also operates offices in London, Madrid, Sydney, Toronto, Boston, Mumbai, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Houston, Chicago, and Miami.
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