Comverse: Comstox 3.0 - Mock Stock Competition

ComStox , hosted by The Commerce Society of SGTB Khalsa College, is a dynamic mock stock competition that attracts participants from colleges and universities nationwide. Through exciting rounds like treasure hunts, auctions, trading simulations, and quizzes, students test their strategic thinking, financial insight, and creativity. Finalists dive into live trading, making real-time decisions to grow their virtual portfolios. ComStox offers a hands-on glimpse into the stock market, allowing students to showcase their analytical skills and competitive spirit. Rules and Regulations: The event is open to all B-schools and Universities. Each team can have a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 4 members. Teams can comprise first, second, or third year students, irrespective of their area of specialization. Intercollege teams are encouraged and welcome to come together for collaborative participation. One participant must not be a part of more than one team. All decisions regarding eligibility and final judgment shall rest with the organizing team. ROUND 1 - ComQuiz (Online) An engaging quiz round will be conducted online via the Unstop app, setting the stage for an intense test of participants’ basic acumen in the world of commerce and the stock market. This round comprises approximately 20 carefully curated questions that challenge each participant’s understanding of key concepts, trends, and strategies in the financial realm ROUND 2 - ComStox (Offline) Each team will start with a fixed sum and an equal portfolio of stock.There will be 5-6 rounds in total. At the beginning of each round, teams will receive News Articles containing information that could impact stock prices. Teams must analyze these updates to anticipate stock movements, and decide whether to buy or sell. Teams have the option to trade with other teams or with the market within the stipulated time of each round.At the end , the team with the highest portfolio value will emerge as the winner of the Mock Stock Competition. FINAL ROUND - Final Deal (Offline) Teams will deliver an 8–10 minute pitch covering their problem, solution, target market, revenue model, financial projections, and investment ask. After the pitch, a 5-minute Q&A and negotiation with the Sharks will take place. Sharks will test ideas, challenge valuations, and push deal-making skills. Teams must defend their numbers and decide wisely between a deal, counter-offer, or no deal. General Rules: Team members are expected to report to the competition venue one hour in advance of the commencement of rounds. Participating teams will be ranked based on their portfolio value at the end of the competition. Any intentional disruptions initiated by any participating member to disrupt the flow will result in immediate disqualification and/or more stringent actions against the individual. The decision regarding disqualification is final and binding, no further inquiries are entertained on this matter. The organizing team retains the prerogative to alter or amend any of the rules as deemed necessary. The organizers are committed to ensuring fairness and transparency throughout the competition.