Who We Are

The World Financial Elite Showdown (WFES) is an international competition hosted by Asian Banker Research (Singapore), dedicated to showcasing elite-level investment strategy, quant innovation, and cross-border financial collaboration. Built upon a foundation of real-market simulation and global participation, the competition bridges professionals, institutions, and engaged audiences worldwide.

Our Mission

At the core of WFES is a belief that the future of finance is shaped not just by capital, but by cognition, code, and cooperation. We aim to:

Our Vision

At the core of WFES is a belief that the future of finance is shaped not just by capital, but by cognition, code, and cooperation. We aim to:

WFES is not just a contest. It’s a catalyst for global fintech alignment.

Our Future Plan

Global Expansion

We are developing regional qualifying tournaments across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and North America to broaden inclusion and discover rising talent.

Institutional Integration

Selected strategies will be reviewed by partnering hedge funds and academic institutions for further research, refinement, or live testing.

Education & Talent Programs

A global talent scouting initiative will be launched to connect finalists with graduate programs, quant labs, and proprietary trading firms.

Annual Conference

WFES will grow into a full-fledged annual summit, combining competition with high-level panels, masterclasses, and strategy showcases.

Be Part of the Future

Whether you're a competitor, a sponsor, a student, or an institutional observer—WFES is your gateway to the next era of intelligent finance.

Join us. Shape the standard.