KB Securities Successfully Concludes 'Black and White Master' Contest Targeting Wall Street

KB Securities announced on the 20th that university student Kim Minchan (nickname Chance Maker) won the final victory in the 'Black and White Master Toward Wall Street,' a competition where university students and KB Securities PBs (Private Bankers) compete in overseas stock investment idea capabilities.

On the 7th, at the KB Securities Yeouido headquarters, Kim Minchan (right), the winner of the 'Black and White Master Toward Wall Street' contest, and Kim Daedon, Head of the Digital Sales Tribe at KB Securities, are taking a commemorative photo. Photo by KB Securities

'Black and White Master Toward Wall Street' is a survival competition program where 4 KB Securities PBs (White Pros) and 4 university students (Black Pros) face off in 1-on-1 matches, presenting overseas stock investment ideas based on fundamental analysis. The final winner was selected by combining judges' scores and real-time customer votes.

The preliminary rounds of this competition were held over two days on the 26th and 27th of last month, covering four themes: ▲Tech ▲High Dividend ▲Cyclical ▲Exchange-Traded Funds (ETF). Through KB Securities' 'PRIME Securities Broadcast' live streaming, customer votes and professional judges' evaluations determined the four winners from each category who advanced to the finals.

The much-anticipated final was held on the 7th at KB Securities’ Yeouido headquarters, inviting 300 customers. The judges included two KB Securities analysts and economic and investment influencer Taiber, who evaluated analysis skills, validity, presentation structure, and delivery. Customers attending the event also participated in voting, adding to the excitement. The four finalists presented their investment ideas in a fierce competition, receiving enthusiastic applause from the audience and high praise from the judges.

The final winner of the day was Black Pro Kim Minchan (nickname Chance Maker), who presented on the theme "Last Chance to Board the AI Era, Data Center." Winner Kim Minchan said, "It was a valuable experience to broaden my perspective on overseas stocks while competing with outstanding participants. This competition was not just a simple challenge but an opportunity for growth, and I will continue to develop into a stronger investor."

KB Securities, encouraging customers' interest and participation in global investment, donated 3 million KRW on the 19th to World Vision as a token of appreciation to the 300 customers who attended the finals. The donation will be used to support early childhood education projects in Malawi, Africa, as part of overseas vulnerable group relief activities.

Son Heejae, Head of Digital Business Group at KB Securities, stated, "We believe that not only increasing customers' investment interest in overseas stocks but also practicing corporate social responsibility is an important value. We will continue to lead in the global financial market while promoting various activities to realize social value."