We strive to have frequent, engaging events that cater to our members' interests. Whether its trips to international firms, challenges, pitches, or even game nights, the PPLE Investment Club has something for everyone interested in learning and participating in the investment world -- regardless of experience!
We are excited to review the first quarter together with the whole club. Portfolio Managers will present and update on how they’ve invested, everyone gets a chance to ask questions and exchange experiences.
01/04/2026, 19:00 A2.09
Analyst will have the opportunity again to take part in a Stock Pitch competition, providing a hands-on, high-stakes environment to develop and showcase their ability to perform fundamental analysis, craft a compelling investment thesis, and confidently present a buy/sell/hold recommendation.
TBA
The next in the IE series; an advanced seminar in a more specific, technical subset of investment. More concrete details to come.
Q2 2026
Stock Pitch Competition Q1 2026.
Every one of our portfolios had the chance to have an analyst pitch a stock to a panel of judges: Isa Buenfil van Rijs, Tomer Porat and Adrian Herzele, presenting their investment thesis, valuation, and risk assessment under time pressure. We heard about a diverse set of assets spanning from equities to derivative strategies and commodities.
16/02/2026, 19:00 A2.11
Investment Banking Talk with PPLE alumna Thaïs Ayuso Deshmukh
A talk on careers in finance, her journey from PPLE to a Sales & Trading position at UBS Investment Bank, and practical advice for the application process. Thais shared fascinating insights into the industry and gave students a roadmap for finding a role in finance that matches both their interests and personality.
12/02/2026, 19:00 A2.06
After introducing the club and the upcoming Investment Competition, we had a brief workshop on the very basics of investing so that anyone interested in our first Investment Competition but unsure where to start could gain some footing!
08/10/2025, 17:15 P0.29
The PPLE Investment Club's first external event - a tour of the Dutch Central Bank, including exclusive access to the Forum.
31/10/2025, 09:30 Frederiksplein 61
To start off the year, the Executive Board, Analysts and PMs came together to meet one another and discuss plans for the coming months at an intro session, followed by drinks at Krater.
04/11/2025, 17:00
As a part of our initiative to educate on modern portfolio management of alternative assets, Freya Mignon (PM of Alternative Portfolio) and others took part in the world's largest bitcoin finance conference.
14/11/2025, 11:00 Halfweg, NL
The PPLE Investment Competition 2025 simulated investing in the stock market; eight weeks long, members tested their strategies and vied for first place. Aksel Hovland was our winner (annualized return of 324.4%).
05/12/2025, 22:30
For Analysts and Portfolio Managers, a seminar dedicated to the foundations of investment and finance was held in order to create a common launchpad from which all members can learn more advanced (and interesting!) concepts.
05/12/2025, 17:30 TB.39
The PPLE Investment Club wants to hear your ideas! Reach out to one of our team members to suggest a potential event.