The Young Investors Society Global Youth Investment Summit winners from the Global Stock Pitch and Case Study Competition each won a Summer internship at an investment firm. Below, you can read Shawn’s experience at Advisory Group for Life. “To start, I’d like to thank Steve Barrus from Advisory Group for Life for giving my fellow […]
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A big shout-out to the 8 Cents in a Jar YIS chapter for their continued enthusiasm and commitment to financial literacy! Throughout the year, students stay engaged through club meetings, investing activities, competitions, and leadership opportunities while fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for all members. This outstanding chapter continues to inspire students to learn, […]
The Dollar-A Day Challenge Sponsored by Webull is NOW OPEN! Have you opened up a Webull account yet? Get started at: https://www.webull.com/ko-yield/1767963233092-354026 Want to earn a scholarship match just for saving and investing? Here’s how to qualify: Be a registered YIS Student and start working on Courses & Lessons Watch all 6 YIS Personal Finance […]
The August YIS Newsletter Has Arrived! The new school year is upon us, and we’re excited to kick it off with the latest edition of the Young Investors Society August Newsletter! This month’s newsletter is packed with exciting updates, including: The launch of the new Certified Young Financial Literacy Scholar Award Upcoming events and important […]
The Young Investors Society Certified Young Investment Analyst (CYIA) Exam will be OPEN August 1st-30th! *Please review all requirements at: https://yis.org/programs/cyia-designation/ Online Exam Information: The CYIA Exam is an open-book, 60-minute timed test based on The Essays of Warren Buffett & the YIS Stock Investing 101 e-book. CYIA requirements & application can be found here: […]
Young Investors Society is excited to announce the NEW Certified Young Financial Literacy Scholar Award! Starting August 1st, all YIS high school students can take the Certified Young Financial Literacy Scholar (CYFLS) Exam and earn an official YIS certificate recognizing their knowledge of personal finance. Available year-round Recommended after completing the Money Skillz Bootcamp Covers […]
Congratulations to the 2026–2027 YIS Student Advisory Board Elected Officers! We are proud to announce the outstanding student leaders who will serve as the elected officers of the Young Investors Society Student Advisory Board for the 2026–2027 school year. These students were selected from a highly competitive pool of applicants and have demonstrated exceptional leadership, […]
The wait is over! Photos from the 2026 Global Youth Investment Summit (GYIS) are now available! From inspiring keynote speakers and engaging workshops to the excitement of the Global Stock Pitch Competition and unforgettable moments with students from around the world, this year’s summit was truly one to remember. We invite all attendees to relive […]
Young Investors Society SENIORS! Congratulations on your upcoming graduation! As you take this exciting next step, we invite you to join the YIS Alumni group on LinkedIn. This is a great way to stay connected with the YIS community, expand your network, and continue building on your interest in investing and finance. We regularly engage […]
The June YIS Newsletter is here! This month’s edition highlights the incredible success of the 2026 Global Youth Investment Summit, celebrates our student competition winners, recognizes outstanding volunteers and partners, and shares exciting updates from across the YIS community. We invite you to explore the stories, achievements, and opportunities that continue to inspire the next […]