Ryerson University Finance Society (RUFS)

Attention all Ghouls, Goblins, Witches and Wizards!!! When witches go riding, and black cats are seen, the moon laughs and whispers, 'tis near Halloween. The Ryerson University Finance Society is giving away a $25 dollar Amazon gift card to one lucky winner this Halloween! ' :... Like this post! Follow @rufinance on IG! Tag a friend in the comments! The more tags, the more entries! BONUS - Share this post on your story and tag us for an extra entry! The giveaway ends October 31 (Halloween night) @ 11:59 pm. The winner will be chosen randomly and DM'd within 24 hours, Best of luck!!!

Hey Readers Another issue of Finance Today was sent out this morning! Here’s the summary:... Industries devastated by the pandemic have been the hot topic for the better part of the year. What’s been less discussed is the industries that are prospering. The gaming industry has been thriving this year, particularly in terms of sales. Video games can be used as a form of escapism, where players immerse themselves in unique and dynamic worlds contrasting the harsh reality we currently live in. As games themselves become more social, they are better able to satisfy our increased desire for social interaction. It is these factors that have been pivotal in fuelling the increase in demand for video games during the year. The company reaping the benefits of these conditions the most would be none other than Activision-Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI). Among its competition, Activision-Blizzard is having a remarkable year. With highly anticipated releases expected well into 2022, Activision-Blizzard is looking to position itself as the best gaming stock of this year. Missed this one? Use the link below to sign up for our mailing list and receive weekly financial market updates! https://rufs.ca/newsletter/

Hey Readers Another issue of Finance Today was sent out this morning! Here’s the summary:... Buy low and sell high, a phrase is known by many, and with good reason; it just makes sense. Of course, this is easier said than done. Fastly, a California based provider of cloud-based services for edge networks went public in May 2019. The stock surged nearly eightfold from its IPO price of $16 USD and showed promising revenue growth, a strong customer retention rate, and seemed to be on track for another record-breaking year. However, on October 14th, Fastly plunged 31% in after-hours trading from $123.18 USD to $87.99 USD per share (Sun, 2020). With the significant decrease in the company’s share price, many investors are wondering if this is a good time to buy. There is definite hope that Fastly’s stock could surge upwards again, but before investing it is important to understand why the stock rallied in the first place, the impact of the geopolitical environment, and the company’s business model. Missed this one? Use the link below to sign up for our mailing list and receive weekly financial market updates! https://rufs.ca/newsletter/

: ! The Ryerson University Finance Society (RUFS), in collaboration with the SAF Advisory Council, the Ryerson University Accounting Society (RUAS) and the Ryerson Investment Group (RIG), present our , with our first guest, Stuart Morrow. Stuart is currently the Vice President & Head of Investments at RBC Philips, Hager and North Investment Counsel Inc. ... As a Ryerson Alum, with of industry experience and insight, we are honoured to have Stuart as a guest for our very first Lunch and Learn of the year. Come join us on , and hear about what Stuart's day to day looks like, as well as his , and gain that will help boost your career! : Friday, October 23rd, 2020 : 12:00-1:30pm : Business Professional Use the following link to sign up: https://forms.gle/FE7AS4FGrXaqEZgr9 See more

Studying Business or Law? Trying to connect with and learn from professionals, but don't know where to start? Look no further! The Ryerson University Finance Society (RUFS) is partnering with the Ryerson Law Network (RLN) to host a workshop where we will be addressing finance transactions and the specifics of these contracts. The purpose of this event is to enhance your current skills and learn about the art of negotiation & why it is essential to being in the legal field.... As part of the event, we will have M&A directors and guest litigation lawyers who will explain these important concepts and will also aid and encourage students along the way. Click the link below to sign up! https://forms.gle/om9gz3JwaAAnZkm4A

: The Ryerson University Finance Society (RUFS), in collaboration with the SAF Advisory Council, the Ryerson University Accounting Society (RUAS) and the Ryerson Investment Group (RIG), present our . After the success of last year’s series, and due to great popularity, our Lunch and Learn series is back!... If you're looking to gain useful advice, network with, and learn directly from industry professionals, don't miss out! Keep an eye out for our first Lunch and Learn coming , with one of our very own Ryerson alum. Use the following link to sign up: https://forms.gle/FE7AS4FGrXaqEZgr9

Hey Readers Another issue of Finance Today was sent out this morning! Here’s the summary:... Warren Buffett has surprised investors everywhere by selling all of his shares in Restaurant Brands International, a company he has supported for well over a decade. Buffett made this decision despite the company’s ability to overcome the challenges it faced earlier in the year. Surprisingly, he has decided to hold onto shares in Suncor Energy, who has been facing record lows. His moves have stirred speculation of a Canadian stock market crash, which is addressed in further detail within this week’s article. Missed this one? Use the link below to sign up to our mailing list and receive weekly financial market updates! https://rufs.ca/newsletter/

Attention all students! Today is the last day to apply for the General Associate Position! Applications are due at 11:50pm TONIGHT. The General Associate position entails cooperating with the many amazing departments within RUFS. As a general associate, you will act as a floater, helping each department when needed, and figuring out where you are most comfortable to grow! If you are a hard-working individual who wants to learn more about finance, business, and leadership, a...pply now for a chance to become a member of our amazing team! Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity, click the link below to be a part of the RUFS team! https://linktr.ee/rufs

Attention all students! The Ryerson University Finance Society is hiring General Associates for its 2020/2021 team. We will be accepting applications until October 10th. The General Associate position entails cooperating with the many amazing departments within RUFS. As a general associate, you will act as a floater, helping each department when needed, and figuring out where you are most comfortable to grow! If you are a hard-working individual who wants to learn more abo...ut finance, business, and leadership, apply now for a chance to become a member of our amazing team! Click the link below to be a part of the RUFS team! https://linktr.ee/rufs

Hey Readers Another issue of Finance Today was sent out this morning! Here’s the summary:... The economy and financial markets have been in for a wild ride since the start of 2020, and more volatility is expected to come their way due to the upcoming U.S elections. While the separation of powers imposes limits that policymakers can have on the markets and economy, uncertainty, different fiscal and monetary policies, and the president’s agenda all ultimately make an impact. Historically, elections have always had an effect on the markets, with Democratic wins resulting in different economic outcomes than Republican wins. Democrat Candidate Joe Biden’s plans to build back better with progressive spending and higher taxes differ greatly from Republican Leader Donald Trump’s plans to extend tax cuts and increase military spending. An uptick in the number of COVID-19 cases and the threat of a second wave will also be an interesting catalyst bound to create even more volatility amidst the upcoming election. Missed this one? Use the link below to sign up for our mailing list and receive weekly financial market updates! https://rufs.ca/newsletter/

Attention all students! The Ryerson University Finance Society is now hiring General Associates for its 2020/2021 team! We will be accepting applications from September 30th to October 10th. The General Associate position entails cooperating with the many amazing departments within RUFS. As a general associate, you will act as a floater, helping each department when needed, and figuring out where you are most comfortable to grow! If you are a hard-working individual who wan...ts to learn more about finance, business, and leadership, apply now for a chance to become a member of our amazing team! Click the link below to be a part of the RUFS team! https://linktr.ee/rufs

Hey Readers Another issue of Finance Today was sent out this morning! Here’s the summary:... GameStop has announced plans to become a true competitor to e-commerce giant Amazon, as new investor Ryan Cohen purchased 10% of GameStop’s stock. Investors are skeptical of GameStop’s efforts being successful, as the Company lacks the financial means to compete on such a large scale. It remains to be seen if GameStop’s new strategy will save the company from going under. Missed this one? Use the link below to sign up to our mailing list and receive weekly financial market updates! https://rufs.ca/newsletter/

Hey Readers Another issue of Finance Today was sent out this morning! Here’s the summary: ... Fintech is one of the hottest buzzwords you will hear in the news, and with good reason. Fintech is an abbreviation for financial technology and is essentially technology implemented for the delivery and use of financial services. At its core, fintech is used to help companies, business owners and consumers better manage their financial operations, processes, and lives by utilizing specialized software and algorithms that are used on computers and, increasingly now, smartphones. While most people associate fintech with ground-breaking artificial intelligence (AI) or blockchain technology, online retail banking itself is another example of fintech. The use of technology in the finance industry is nothing new, just something that has evolved extremely rapidly as technology becomes more accessible. Some of the recent advances are utilizing machine learning algorithms, blockchain, and data science to do everything from process credit risk to run hedge funds. With countless applications and strong adoption rates, the fintech industry is booming. According to CB Insights, there are 41 VC-backed fintech unicorns worth a combined $154.1B USD (CB Insights, 2019). The integration of technology into everyday financial transactions has qualified fintech as a staple industry with wide and expanding horizons. Fintech has breached new frontiers which have revealed amazing benefits but also raised questions about the ethics and sustainability of this new field. The fact that technology will play an important part in shaping the future of the finance industry is clear, but the means of this disruptive innovation remains to be seen. Missed this one? Use the link below to sign up to our mailing list and receive weekly financial market updates! https://rufs.ca/newsletter/

RUFS x RUAS Presents: SAF Month! The Ryerson University Finance Society (RUFS), in collaboration with the Ryerson University Accounting Society (RUFS) presents Accounting and Finance Month! Over the course of September, we will be hosting three events to help students get a clear understanding of the endless opportunities available in the accounting and finance industries. ... Join RUFS and RUAS for three whole days to network with panelists from top firms, learn about the accounting and finance majors, and develop your case cutting skills! As the world of accounting and finance continues to expand, SAF Month will not only help you widen your horizons but also narrow down your career path. Start the year off with RUFS and RUAS by registering through the link below! Day 1: Meet & Greet Date: Tuesday, September 15th Day 2: SAF Day Date: Tuesday, September 22nd Day 3: Case Day Date: Tuesday September 29th https://linktr.ee/rufs