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About
John Li is an Investment Analyst at Alpha Wave Global, where he contributes to the firm's public markets strategies focused on generating uncorrelated return streams in special situations. In his current role, he is responsible for conducting thorough financial analysis, sector research, and supporting portfolio management decisions across targeted asset classes.
Prior to joining Alpha Wave Global, John held positions at Citi as an Investment Banking Senior Analyst and Analyst, where he developed a strong foundation in financial modeling, due diligence, and deal structuring. His experience at Citi covered a range of industries and transaction types, preparing him for the analytical rigor required in buy-side asset management.
John holds a Bachelor of Science in Business & Political Economy from the NYU Stern School of Business, underscoring his expertise in both market dynamics and macroeconomic policy. He brings a comprehensive background in investment analysis, with a focus on equities and special situations in public markets, and is recognized for his ability to identify differentiated opportunities and support innovative investment strategies.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Wave Global | Investment Analyst | Sep 2025 to Present | L/S & Special Situations |
| Citi | Investment Banking Senior Analyst | Jul 2025 to Aug 2025 | — |
| Citi | Investment Banking Analyst | Jul 2024 to Jul 2025 | Consumer & Retail |
| Citi | Investment Banking Summer Analyst | Jun 2023 to Aug 2023 | Consumer & Retail |
| Renewable Advisors | Investment Banking Summer Analyst | May 2022 to Jul 2022 | — |
Education
NYU Stern School of Business
Bachelor of Science - BS, Business & Political Economy (BPE)
2020 — 2023
Great Valley High School
2016 — 2020
Others at Alpha Wave Global, LP (10)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Head Trader | Stamford, CT , United States | |
| Investment Analyst | Miami, FL , United States | |
K Kristine Zhuang | ESG Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
| Investment Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
| Senior Associate | New York, NY , United States | |
| Associate | New York, NY , United States | |
| Trader | New York, NY , United States | |
| Analyst | San Francisco, CA , United States | |
N Neil Udassi | Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
| Co-Founder, Chairman and Chief Investment Officer | Miami, FL , United States |
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