Finance and Trading
Welcome to the Cardiff University Finance and Trading Society!
The Finance and Trading Society at Cardiff University is the largest and most successful student-led finance society in Wales. We provide a variety of unique activities and opportunities for interested and motivated students who want to stand out and boost their CV for future career prospects.
Activities and Opportunities
- CFT Business Newsletter
- CFT Investment Fund
- Connect with past society members currently working in finance through the CFT Advisory Board.
- Partnership and flagship events with top institutions (J.P. Morgan, UBS, Morgan Stanley etc.)
- Break into finance career workshops, talks and events
- Participation in competitions
- Guest talks with financiers and industry experts
- Networking with top-tier firms and like-minded individuals
All events and opportunities are tailored in a way that would prepare you for a career in the finance industry. Optimising opportunities is a skill we must all exercise and is something we will teach our members.
CFT Investment Fund
This academic year, we will be launching the CFT Investment Fund: a student-run portfolio simulating real-world asset management. Our unique setup means that members of all abilities can join and make an impact.
The CFT Investment Fund has a dual-portfolio structure to balance accessibility with advanced investment strategies:
- Core Portfolio (80%) is comprised of short-term equity holdings and is open to all students via structured stock pitch presentations.
- Tactical Portfolio (20%) is comprised of actively managed exposure to multi-asset strategies, led by senior members. Positions vary in duration and direction based on market opportunities and macro outlook.
Open to members of all abilities, we provide all the material needed to create an investment pitch, from company valuation methods to presentation skills.
For more information, please contact our Head Of Trading Sam Baron
CFT Newsletter
The CFT Newsletter is a monthly publication delivering accessible, student-written insights on financial markets, macroeconomic trends, and industry news. The Newsletter demystifies financial news for a student audience whilst upskilling contributors in analytical writing and commercial awareness.
It is open to all members and boosts professional credibility, which is an outcome of developing the following skills:
- Research skills: learning to gather, verify, and interpret financial/business information
- Analytical thinking: breaking down complex topics like economic policy and company performance
- Communication Skills: translating technical finance concepts into clear, engaging language
- Writing proficiency: improving clarity, structure and professional tone
- Critical thinking: forming well-reasoned opinions supported by evidence
- Creativity: finding fresh angles and unique perspectives on industry news
For more information, please contact Alice Junor
Breakdown of 2024/25
- Competitions: We placed second at The Consulting Summit, the UK's largest national inter-university case competition, beating 24 other universities - including LSE, Oxford, Cambridge, and King's College London.
- Guest Talks: Speaking to industry leaders is an excellent way to obtain valuable advice and guidance. We have had seminars and webinars with professionals from top institutions, namely HSBC, J.P. Morgan, UBS, Trading View and more.
- Workshops: Learning and interacting with the experts can offer the best experience for members. Here, we had an Investment Banking and Global Markets live simulation trading event with AmplifyMe where members were granted certifications upon completion.
- CFT Newsletter: Building relevant skills directly applicable to roles in the finance industry is imperative to strengthening CVs. That is why we launched the CFT Newsletter, providing monthly insights on markets, macro trends, and real-world industries, written by students, for students.
Aims and Objectives 2025/26
- Continue to host high-impact weekly events
- Create greater hands-on experience to enhance members' CVs
- Provide personalised and tailored 1-1 mentoring with members to assist them with their unique needs
The Finance and Trading Society welcomes students from all backgrounds of the university, and no prior experience is needed
For more information, contact us via email: cardifffinsoccft@gmail.com, Facebook, Instagram or Fionn O’Toole
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