Varun Sikka
About Varun Sikka
Varun Sikka is a Principal Analyst with extensive experience in equity research and corporate advisory. He has authored significant research papers and developed strategies for various financial services clients, focusing on the healthcare and industrial sectors.
Work at The Smart Cube
Varun Sikka has been serving as a Principal Analyst at The Smart Cube since 2011. In this role, he has led various equity research and corporate advisory assignments, focusing on the Financial Services sector. His responsibilities include managing a front-end Healthcare equity research team, emphasizing the European markets. Over his tenure, he has contributed to multiple strategic projects, enhancing the firm's analytical capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Varun Sikka studied at the CFA Institute, where he focused on Investments and Securities, achieving the status of Level 3 candidate over a 12-year period from 2009 to 2021. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honors) in Economics from Delhi University, which he completed from 2005 to 2008. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in financial analysis and equity research.
Background
Varun Sikka completed his early education at Birla Vidya Niketan. His academic journey in economics and finance has shaped his analytical skills and understanding of market dynamics. His career spans over a decade, during which he has developed a strong proficiency in equity research and corporate advisory services.
Achievements
Varun Sikka conceptualized and authored a white paper for Deutsche Börse, presented in Frankfurt in 2012 and 2013, focusing on the dominance of Chinese corporates in the global IPO market. He has also formulated a brand divestment strategy for a global consumer healthcare company, utilizing specific valuation methodologies. Additionally, he collaborated with a London-based restructuring consulting firm to author a research paper on the 'Good Bank Bad Bank' financial system stabilization model.
Research Contributions
Varun has authored various reports and strategies, including a stock index entry/exit strategy report for a UK-based corporate advisory firm. He prepared a financial model and wrote an Investment Case Report (ICR) for a Swiss industrials company as part of a trial business development project. His contributions reflect his analytical capabilities and commitment to delivering actionable insights.