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Areas of Expertise
  • Due Diligence
  • Financial Modelling
  • Equity Research
  • Python for Finance
Education
  • Master of Financial Economics (MFE) - University of Toronto
  • Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - University of Toronto

Sakif is a Senior Analyst at Sapling, specializing in financial modeling and analysis. Prior to rejoining Sapling, Sakif gained valuable experience in equity research at Scotiabank, covering diversified financials and supporting analysis across 17 publicly traded non-bank financial institutions. He also previously worked at Fidelity Canada as a Treasury and Risk Analyst. With a strong foundation in equity research and quantitative analysis, Sakif is able to help clients navigate complex deal situations through rigorous financial analysis and data-driven insights.

Sakif holds a Master of Financial Economics and a Bachelor of Business Administration (Finance) from the University of Toronto. His academic background has shaped a strong interest in financial analysis, capital markets, and data-driven decision-making.

Outside of work, Sakif is passionate about continuous learning and acquiring new skills. He enjoys travelling, deal hunting, building custom PCs, and following soccer as a dedicated Arsenal F.C. fan.

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  • Stress-Test Before You Commit: Scenario Analysis as a Management Tool
    • July 28, 2026
    • Tyler Grube

    Every financial forecast will be wrong, so the real question is how far off it will be and in which direction. For business owners and private equity managers, the real value of a financial model isn't any one particular estimate from it, but rather...

  • Net Debt Analysis: Where Buyers and Sellers Diverge on Definitions
    • July 8, 2026

    For M&A transactions structured on a cash-free, debt-free basis, a net debt analysis helps buyers and sellers understand how the agreed enterprise value translates into the actual equity value paid at closing. Since enterprise value assumes the business is transferred without excess cash or...

Why Sapling?

Sapling offers specialized financial and analytic tools designed for scaling companies, aiming to foster growth through strategic decision-making. We work tirelessly to provide you with reliable and timeless financial solutions that positively impact your goals.