CFA Testimonials

CFA Research Challenge - 2026 Edition

The 2026 edition of the CFA Institute Research Challenge marked another incredible year of financial analysis, professional growth, and intense competition!

Throughout the challenge, students from universities worldwide put their analytical, valuation, report writing, and presentation skills to the test—stepping into the role of real research analysts.

We thanks our students for their brilliant participation:

Ivan Stati
Alessio Feliziani
Matteo Nicoletti
Eva Kocevska
Giorgia D'Orazio

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"Participating in the CFA Research Challenge was a transformative deep dive into equity research. It pushed me to move beyond textbooks and master the complexities of real-world valuation. I strongly recommend this experience." Alessio Feliziani

"Participating in the CFA Institute Research Challenge was a formative experience that strengthened my equity research and valuation skills in a real-world setting. It enhanced my analytical discipline, teamwork, and ability to confidently defend investment conclusions, while reinforcing my commitment to a career in finance. I'm grateful for the opportunity to have been part of such a valuable and enriching experience." Eva Kocevska

CFA Research Challenge - 2025 Edition

The 2025 edition of the CFA Institute Research Challenge marked another incredible year of financial analysis, professional growth, and intense competition!

Throughout the challenge, students from universities worldwide put their analytical, valuation, report writing, and presentation skills to the test—stepping into the role of real research analysts.

We thanks our students for their brilliant participation:

Ivan D'Urso
Ludovica Felizioli
Nozanin Nurullaeva
Giuseppe Scarlata
Riccardo Bentivogli

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Ivan D'Urso: "An immersive experience that allowed me to work on real-world corporate finance scenarios. Through the CFA Research Challenge, I developed robust valuation models, conducted advanced market research, and deepened my understanding of ESG scoring. It was a demanding challenge, but undoubtedly one of the most formative experiences of my journey, helping me grow both professionally and personally."

Nozanin Nurullaeva: "Participating in the CFA Research Challenge provided us with invaluable hands-on experience, allowing us to engage with real-world analysis. Not only we learned how to write a professional equity research report but we also developed a comprehensive understanding of company valuation from multiple perspectives. This involved assessing key factors such as risk management, ESG scores, and financial report anaysis. This experience enhanced our analytical skills, gave insights and helped us to stand out in the competitive job market with a real-world case study."