Yash Solanki

About Yash Solanki

I’m an aspiring Equity & Investment Analyst with a strong foundation in financial modeling, valuation (DCF), corporate finance, and market analysis, actively seeking opportunities in Equity Research, Valuation, Corporate Finance, and Investment Analysis roles.With hands-on experience in the financial services industry through roles at IIFL Securities, Shyam Advisory, and FinArray, I have developed strong client relationship management, investor understanding, and consultative communication skills. Working closely with clients has helped me understand how investment decisions are made in real-world markets and how trust and value drive long-term relationships.To strengthen my technical expertise, I completed multiple certifications from 365 Financial Analyst, including Corporate Finance, Discounted Cash Flow Valuation, Equity Valuation, Portfolio Management, Fixed Income, and Power BI, along with Zerodha Varsity certifications in Fundamental Analysis, Risk Management, and Trading Psychology. These have helped me build a structured approach to analyzing companies, valuing businesses, and interpreting market trends.Academically, I completed my B.Com in Finance & Taxation from Marwadi University and I am currently pursuing my MBA in Finance (2025–2027). I also completed my final-year research project titled “Bridging the Funding Gap: Why Early-Stage Startups Struggle to Secure Venture Capital,” where I explored fundraising challenges, VC decision-making, and strategies that improve funding readiness for startups.I’m passionate about turning financial data into meaningful insights and supporting better investment decisions through research, analysis, and valuation-driven thinking.

Experience

1. Financial Market Analyst and Author

   Medium

   Nov 2025 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US

   I write about finance, investing, and markets with a focus on clarity and real-world application. My articles cover equity research, valuation concepts, portfolio strategy, behavioral finance, and macroeconomic trends breaking down complex ideas into practical insights. With hands-on experience in wealth management and investment advisory roles, I aim to bridge theory and practice through data-driven analysis and thoughtful commentary.

Education

• Marwadi University

  Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Finance and taxation

• Marwadi University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Finance, General