The Commonwealth Hall Auditorium hosted a highly competitive and intellectually stimulating stock pitch contest on the second day of the 2025 festival. The event brought together outstanding teams from diverse backgrounds, each demonstrating exceptional analytical rigor and presentation excellence.
Participating teams were tasked with selecting a company, conducting an in-depth financial and strategic analysis, and pitching their investment thesis to a panel of judges. The exercise required participants to evaluate financial statements, assess market trends, examine competitive positioning, and outline the company’s future growth prospects.
Participating Teams
- Team Success
- Equity Lens
- Team MIV (UCC)
- Analyst Hub
- KE Capital
- Collins
- Felix Kwakye
- Mentalics
- Phenalyst
- Khriswealth
- Pitch Masters
Judging Criteria
Teams were evaluated on the depth and clarity of their analysis, the structure and delivery of their presentations, and their ability to persuade judges of the company’s investment potential. Critical assessment areas included valuation strength, risk identification, competitive advantage, and feasibility of the investment thesis.
Competition Results
The competition proved to be a remarkable showcase of financial literacy, critical thinking, and investment strategy. It offered participants an invaluable platform to refine their analytical abilities while gaining exposure to real-world investment evaluation techniques. The professionalism and creativity exhibited by the teams underscored the growing interest in financial markets among the youth and highlighted the importance of evidence-based decision-making in investment practice.
