Competition Format
The Global Trading Championship (GTC) is structured as a multi-phase international competition that blends real-market data simulation, expert evaluation, and global audience participation. This format is designed to ensure:
- Transparent performance measurement through live market indicators
- Objective analysis by a panel of financial experts
- Broad engagement via national team voting and daily participation
Each stage of the competition highlights strategic thinking, data-driven decision-making, and global investment insight—setting a new benchmark for competitive financial excellence. This format is designed to ensure:
Competition Stages
Macroeconomic Analysis Challenge
Participants present a forward-looking economic outlook for the next three years. Submissions must include expert analysis of fiscal, monetary, and geopolitical trends, as well as high-level strategic recommendations.
Investment Portfolio Simulation
Each participant is assigned a simulated trading account based on real-world market conditions. They must construct a diversified portfolio, manage risk dynamically, and adapt strategy in response to market changes.
Thematic Innovation Battle
Participants propose solutions to frontier financial issues, such as AI-driven investing, blockchain oversight, or sustainable finance. Finalists deliver live presentations to a judging panel, demonstrating innovation, feasibility, and strategic vision.
Competition Rounds
Each participant is evaluated through a multi-phase format using a hybrid scoring system that combines expert assessment with public voting.
Round 1: Individual Strategy Presentation
Participants deliver their macroeconomic outlook and market innovation strategies to a panel of judges and a live audience.
Scores are based on analytical quality, clarity, and impact. Combined jury and audience results determine advancement.
Round 2: Real-Time Investment Simulation
Using assigned simulated portfolios, participants must respond to live global data by executing trades, managing risk, and adapting their strategies in real time.
Global Debate & Cross-Border Collaboration
Finalists are grouped by region and engage in structured debates on international financial topics.
Scoring focuses on collaboration, strategic reasoning, and the ability to synthesize diverse economic perspectives.
Evaluation Criteria
Participants in the Global Trading Championship will be assessed based on the following weighted metrics:
Criteria | Weight |
Strategic Foresight & Analytical Rigor | 35% |
Simulated Performance & Risk Management | 40% |
Innovation & Practical Implementation | 15% |
Communication & Real-Time Responsiveness | 10% |
Final scores are determined through a dual evaluation system:
- 70% from a professional judging panel
- 30% from global audience voting
This hybrid scoring approach ensures a balanced outcome reflecting both expert insights and public participation.
Award Categories
The Global Trading Championship (GTC) recognizes strategic excellence through a performance-based reward system across individual and national standings.
Second Place Award
Prize
USD 2,500,000
Title
Global Strategic Runner-Up
Eligibility
Second-highest performing country
Recognition
Official GTC Certification and global media spotlight
2
World Champion Award
Prize
USD 5,000,000
1
Title
World’s Leading Equity Analyst
Eligibility
The top-performing contributor from the overall winning country
Criteria
Most accurate forecasts and highest impact on national performance rankings over 10 weeks
Third Place Award
Prize
USD 1,000,000
3
Eligibility
Third-highest performing country
Recognition
Featured in GTC Year-End Report and Investor Hall of Fame
Keys Highlights
Nation vs. Nation Showdown
Top analysts and investors from 10 global financial markets compete through real-market forecasting, trading simulations, and public voting.
Real-Time Market Metrics
→ Real-Time Market Metrics
Performance is based on actual IPO returns, option ROI, and trading volume—updated weekly through the GTC SMC App.
AI-Driven Forecasting & Data Strategy
Participants use advanced analytics to recommend trades and adjust strategy across evolving macroeconomic conditions.
Daily Voting & Public Impact
Global audiences vote in real time to influence national rankings. Accurate voters are rewarded weekly based on market outcomes.
Cross-Border Dialogue & Education
GTC fosters international exchange through multilingual content, expert-led briefings, and national delegation collaboration.
