This is a question mainly for Hedge Fund Portfolio Managers and buy side analysts -> I'm currently a sell side analyst and would probably transition to a L/S market neutral hedge fund in the near future. What are the key items you look for in a sector specialist analyst? How can the analyst be the most helpful to you? What are the pitfalls to avoid? What would make an analyst a superstar under your view?
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