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Preparing Loyola University Chicago's Next Generation of Financial Leaders

Rambler Investment Fund

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Founded in 2015, the Rambler Investment Fund (RIF) at Loyola University Chicago is a student-managed investment fund overseeing over $1,500,000 of the university’s endowment. Open to all students regardless of major or experience, RIF provides experiential learning in finance, economics, and business by allowing members to develop professional-grade investment pitches. At the end of each semester, students present these pitches to industry professionals, who offer feedback and ask questions, enhancing the educational experience.

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About RIF
The Rambler Investment Fund (RIF) is a student-led organization at Loyola University Chicago that offers hands-on experience in finance, investment analysis, and portfolio management.

Opportunities
Open to all students, RIF members conduct financial research, develop investment pitches, and produce market reports. Integrated into Loyola’s $1.4 billion endowment, the fund provides access to advanced resources and professional guidance.

Success

Most RIF alumni have secured prestigious positions in top financial institutions and consulting firms, gaining valuable skills for long-term success in the finance industry. Every year, some members of RIF go on to work at prestigious organizations like Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Citadel, and Wells Fargo. We take great pride in preparing our students for success and helping them achieve these remarkable opportunities.

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RIF is proudly affiliated with numerous prestigious institutions, competitions, and societies, establishing a strong national reputation. These connections provide one of the most comprehensive networks in the U.S., ensuring exceptional outreach and opportunities for student success.

CFA Society

A global association of investment professionals that offers networking, education, and career resources. It also supports the CFA Charter, a highly respected credential in the finance industry

Harvard Case Competition
A prestigious event where students from top institutions compete to solve real-world business and finance challenges, gaining exposure to critical thinking and strategic decision-making.

CME (Chicago Mercantile Exchange)
One of the world’s largest financial derivatives exchanges, CME offers opportunities to engage with futures and options trading across various asset classes, including commodities, interest rates, and foreign exchange.

Balyasny Asset Management Stock Pitch Competition
Hosted by Balyasney Asset Management, this competition challenges students to pitch investment ideas to industry experts, honing their analytical and presentation skills in a real-world setting.

Invest for Kids
An annual conference featuring top investors who share insights and strategies. Proceeds support children's charities, and it provides a platform for networking and learning from leading finance professionals.

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Driving success through student-led stock pitches and strong industry connections.

Twice a year, RIF members present in-depth stock pitches focused on American and occasionally international companies. These pitches are carefully evaluated, and RIF invests in the selected stocks, generating strong returns for the fund while offering students real-world portfolio management experience.

RIF fosters strong relationships with industry leaders, who attend pitch events to provide feedback and insight. These engagements create valuable networking opportunities for students, helping them build connections in the finance industry and expand their professional growth.

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