Ken Usdin
About Ken Usdin
Ken Usdin is the Managing Director of Equity Research at Jefferies & Company, specializing in the U.S. commercial banks and banking industry.
Current Position at Jefferies & Company
Ken Usdin is the Managing Director of Equity Research at Jefferies & Company. Since 2010, he has been responsible for leading a team that covers 55 universal, regional, and trust/processing banks. His role involves providing insightful analysis and research focused on the U.S. commercial banking industry.
Previous Experience at Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Before joining Jefferies & Company, Ken Usdin worked at Bank of America Merrill Lynch from 2004 to 2010. During his 6-year tenure, he held the position of Managing Director, Equity Research. His expertise in equity research was further solidified through this role, helping shape his career in financial analysis.
Career at UBS
Ken Usdin's career also includes a significant period at UBS from 2000 to 2004, where he served as Director of Equity Research. This role lasted for 4 years and allowed him to develop his analytical skills and gain deeper insights into the equity markets.
Early Career at Lehman Brothers and Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Ken Usdin began his professional journey at Lehman Brothers as an Associate in Equity Research from 1998 to 2000. Prior to that, he worked at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York from 1995 to 1998 as a Financial Analyst in the Bank Supervision Group. These roles provided a strong foundation in financial analysis and supervision.
Education and Specialization
Ken Usdin attended Tufts University, where he studied Quantitative Economics and earned a Bachelor's degree in 1995. His educational background in economics has been integral to his specialization in the U.S. commercial banking industry, allowing him to provide comprehensive and informed research in his professional roles.