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The Buy Side market is a segment of the Investment Banking industry that focuses on the purchase of securities and other financial instruments. Buy Side firms are typically institutional investors such as pension funds, mutual funds, hedge funds, and insurance companies. These firms are responsible for managing the assets of their clients, which can include stocks, bonds, commodities, and derivatives. Buy Side firms typically employ analysts and portfolio managers to research and analyze potential investments, and to make decisions on which investments to make. Buy Side firms are typically large and well-capitalized, and they often have access to sophisticated trading technology and research capabilities. They are also able to negotiate better terms with Sell Side firms, such as lower commissions and better pricing. Some of the major players in the Buy Side market include BlackRock, Vanguard, Fidelity Investments, State Street Global Advisors, and T. Rowe Price. Show Less Read more