The Second "Guangfa Securities Cup" National University Student Financial Literacy Challenge Officially Launches — Diversified Empowerment to Enhance Youth Financial Literacy Development

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To deepen the implementation of investor education into the national education system and promote the initiative “Investor Education into Hundreds of Schools,” guided by the Guangdong Securities and Futures Industry Association, GF Securities has partnered with South China University of Technology, Jinan University, Zhejiang University School of Economics, Lingnan College of Sun Yat-sen University, Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, Southwestern University of Finance and Economics, and other top universities nationwide to hold the second “GF Securities Cup” National College Student Financial Literacy Challenge. Registration opened on March 1, 2026, and the competition will officially start from March 23 to May 8 through the “GF Yuanshi Stock” app.

This year’s event leverages GF Securities’ digital platform to create immersive competition scenarios that are close to market realities and risk-controlled. It offers systematic financial education and professional competition guidance, moving away from traditional one-way financial education. Through scientifically designed and diverse competition formats, it aims to guide young people to establish rational investment concepts, build a university-enterprise collaborative education platform, and strengthen the supply of high-quality young talents for the capital market.

According to organizers, the first “GF Securities Cup” National College Student Financial Literacy Challenge was highly successful, covering over 600 universities nationwide and attracting 10,315 students to participate enthusiastically. The innovative “Simulated Investment + Knowledge Challenge” dual-track competition received widespread recognition from the industry and academia, becoming a typical practice of brokerage firms in campus financial education and youth financial literacy enhancement. Notably, in the simulated investment track, a participant achieved a 79% return with a virtual capital of 1 million yuan, while the top performers in the knowledge challenge had accuracy rates exceeding 92%, demonstrating the financial learning ability and practical potential of contemporary college students.

The second competition continues the mature format from the first, using a “competition-driven learning” approach. It maintains two independent zones: simulated trading and investment knowledge challenge. Students can participate in both by registering once, balancing practical trading experience and knowledge reinforcement. Rankings and awards are separate for each zone, with winners receiving cash prizes, certificates, and internship opportunities at brokerage headquarters. Additionally, a “Best Organization Award” is set to encourage universities to actively organize student participation.

Currently, China’s capital market is undergoing deep reform, and young people have become an important new force for high-quality development. GF Securities, committed to industry social responsibility, continues to develop the “GF Securities Cup” national college student financial literacy challenge as a distinctive financial education brand. The event addresses the pain point of university financial literacy education overly focused on theory and lacking practical scenarios, breaking down school-enterprise resource barriers, and providing a professional financial practical platform for college students nationwide.

The event has also received recognition and support from partner universities. Xu Feng, Vice Dean of the School of Economics and Finance at South China University of Technology, said that the competition builds a bridge between theory and practice, aligning well with the goal of cultivating versatile financial talents, encouraging students to develop prudent investment thinking. Huang Wen, Secretary of the Party Committee of the School of Economics and Management at Southwestern University of Finance and Economics, pointed out that financial literacy is a core quality for youth in the new era, and he hopes students will approach investment decisions with rigor and practicality. Jiang Hai, Vice Dean of the School of Economics and Finance at Jinan University, hopes students will combine knowledge and action, refining financial expertise through competition and practice, and showcasing their professionalism. Zhao Yinglan, Deputy Director of the Department of Finance at Sichuan University’s School of Economics, stated that GF Securities, as a leading national brokerage, has strong comprehensive strength and extensive business layout, with significant industry influence. She encourages participating students to cherish practical opportunities and contribute youthful energy to the building of a strong financial nation.

Financial literacy is a lifelong competitive advantage for young people. GF Securities will organize professional competitions and immersive experiences to help college students hone investment judgment through highly realistic simulated trading, build a financial thinking system through knowledge challenges, and, through professional organization and fair competition environments, support young people in taking key steps in personal wealth management and financial career development.

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