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February 23, 2026 — ���˶����ƽ��’s Haile College of Business hosted the university’s first annual stock pitch competition on Friday, Feb. 20. Fourteen teams from universities in six states met at ���˶����ƽ�� to showcase their research, analytical and public speaking skills.

For the competition, each team selected and analyzed a publicly traded company before presenting a pitch to a panel of judges highlighting why their chosen stock is a compelling investment opportunity. The winning team from ���˶����ƽ�� earned the top prize for their pitch on Netflix Inc.

“The stock pitch competition is an exciting challenge and a valuable experience for business students no matter their area of focus,” says Lee Kersting, chair of ���˶����ƽ��’s Department of Accounting, Economics and Finance. “The presentation format mirrors the real-world work of financial analysts, which allows students to gain first-hand experience in what could very well become their careers after graduation.” 

The Compounding Case team from ���˶����ƽ�� won first place with a prize of $2,500, Miami University Team One earned second place with a prize of $1,400 and the team representing ���˶����ƽ��’s Haile Research Lab placed third with a prize of $600.

For more information on finance programs and degrees offered at ���˶����ƽ��, visit the Haile College of Business website.