Rs 30 lakh a month for an intern? India’s trading firms are in a fierce talent war

In a bid to attract the brightest minds, high-frequency trading firms in India are ramping up intern compensation to unprecedented levels. This surge in hiring is influenced by stricter regulations on derivatives and a lull in equity market movements. Companies such as Quadeye and Graviton Research Capital are notably enhancing their internship packages, with global firms following suit to secure top quantitative talent from leading institutions.

By TRISHA MAHAJAN