Amir Normukhamedov

Credit Research Analyst @ Stephen L Hawk Center for Investment Analysis

About

I am a motivated and ambitious senior student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Investment & Banking, and Data Science at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. As part of the highly selective Applied Security Analysis Program (ASAP), I gain hands-on experience in investment research and portfolio management, bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world asset management. Throughout my academic journey, I have applied coding and statistical tools to analyze complex financial data, extract insights, and support investment decision-making. One of my greatest strengths is the courage and ability to retain critical thinking and keep asking thoughtful questions—not only in routine situations but also when under pressure. I am actively involved in finance-focused student organizations, including the Sales & Trading and Asset Management Club and the Capital Management Club, where I’ve further developed my analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Country

United States

City

Madison

Industry

Financial Services

Skill

Fixed Income Valuation, Bloomberg Query Language, Sector Analysis, Stock Picking, Capital Structure Analysis, Business Valuation, DCF Valuation, Equity Research Analysis, Market Modeling, Adaptive Leadership, Easily Adaptable, Planning, Time Management, Team Management, Leadership, Project Planning, Communication, Sales Management, Oral Communication, Creative Problem Solving

Experience

Credit Research Analyst

Stephen L Hawk Center for Investment Analysis

2024-9 - Present · 2 yrs 1 mo

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

High Yield and Investment Grade Analyst for the Applied Security Analysis Fixed Income fund (Regent Fund) Coverage: Utilities, Media, Healthcare

Credit Research Analyst

Voya Investment Management

2025-6 - 2025-8 · 3 mos

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

- Developed a custom IG utility index using BQL language to exclude California utilities and analyze performance differentials against the standard IG utility index - Assist sector analysts in building financial models, projecting key credit metrics, and conducting earnings call analysis - Analyze the details and potential implications of the OBBB on Healthcare and Utility companies - Participate and present valuable industry/coverage insights on weekly team performance meetings

Equity Research Intern

Four Lakes Global Growth Fund

2024-5 - 2024-9 · 5 mos

Madison, Wisconsin, United States

Equity Research Analyst

Jefferies

2024-1 - 2024-4 · 4 mos

New York, United States

Coverage: Healthcare | Biotechnology - Modeled financial data in Excel for biotechnology firms to predict future performance, capital structure and cash flows - Performed intrinsic (DCF) and multiple valuations for biotechnology companies - Generated market models for company products by estimating disease prevalence, peak sales and market penetration rates

Credit Analyst

Phoenix Investment Adviser, LLC

2023-6 - 2023-8 · 3 mos

New York, United States

As an intern at Phoenix Investment Adviser LLC, I gained a lot of financial modeling experience in Excel. I was also involved in cash-flow analysis and made forecasts regarding the examined company's liquidity and solvency. Moreover, I engaged in fixed income analysis and bond valuation, determining whether bonds are yielding at a rate desired by Phoenix. Furthermore, I worked with the company's debt structures, trying to figure out whether the examined company would be able to pay the upcoming debt maturities.

Intern in Credit and Money Transfer Department

Universal Bank

2021-6 - 2021-10 · 5 mos

Tashkent, Uzbekistan

During the internship, I greatly improved my verbal and written communication skills, as I had to assist clients with a wide range of issues, from unsuccessful money transfers to loan approvals and refusals. I was also involved in creating personal financial plans for clients of the Universal Bank.

Education

Wisconsin School of Business

Applied Security Analysis Program (ASAP)

2024-9 - 2026-5 · 1 yr 9 mos

- Chosen 1 of 2 undergraduates to join a 9-person team managing a $7 million fixed income portfolio. - Selected into a two-year program that trains students in financial modeling, security analysis of equities and bonds, and portfolio management. Students manage over $20 million in equity and fixed income portfolios their second year. Coverage: Utilities, Healthcare, Media IG & HY Key Coursework: Financial Modeling, Equity & Credit Analysis, Financial Accounting, Portfolio Theory & Application, Derivatives, Macroeconomics, Fixed Income and Bloomberg Query Language.