Steve Costello
About Steve Costello
Steve Costello is a Director at Piper Sandler, specializing in investment grade fixed income securities and mortgage-backed securities. He has over two decades of experience in the finance industry, having held positions at several notable firms including BMO Capital Markets and Piper Jaffray.
Current Role at Piper Sandler
Steve Costello currently serves as a Director at Piper Sandler, a position he has held since 2020. He operates in the Greater St. Louis Area and focuses on investment strategies and market analysis. His role involves providing insights and guidance on investment opportunities, particularly in fixed income securities.
Previous Experience at BMO Capital Markets
Prior to his current role, Steve Costello worked as a Director at BMO Capital Markets from 2008 to 2015 in Chicago, Illinois. During his tenure, he contributed to the firm's operations in the financial markets, particularly in areas related to investment banking and securities.
Background in Fixed Income Securities
Steve Costello specializes in investment grade fixed income securities, which include tax-exempt and taxable municipals, corporates, and preferreds/hybrids. He has extensive experience in secondary market coverage for mortgage-backed securities (MBS) and collateralized mortgage obligations (CMO), as well as expertise in AAA non-agency mortgage-backed securities.
Education and Expertise
Steve Costello studied at Indiana University Bloomington, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from 1987 to 1991. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in financial markets and investment strategies.
Career History at Other Firms
Before joining Piper Sandler, Steve Costello held positions at several firms. He was a Principal at Piper Jaffray from 2015 to 2020 in St. Louis, Missouri, and served as Vice President at Griffin, Kubik, Stephens & Thompson from 2006 to 2008. He also worked at Maritz Travel Company as T.D. from 1993 to 1995.