International Finance Olympiad (IFO) Annual Summary
Executive Overview
The International Finance Olympiad (IFO) represents a prestigious global competition that brings together the brightest minds in finance education from around the world. This annual summary provides a comprehensive overview of the contest's performance, participation metrics, and international reach.
Official WebsiteKey Statistics
Participation Metrics
288
Total Applications
32
Countries and Regions
5
Continents
Competition Scale
The International Finance Olympiad has demonstrated remarkable global reach and engagement, establishing itself as a premier competition in finance education.
Participating Countries and Regions
🇧🇭 Bahrain
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
🇨🇦 Canada
🇨🇳 China
🇨🇾 Cyprus
🇪🇬 Egypt
🇬🇪 Georgia
🇬🇭 Ghana
🇮🇳 India
🇮🇩 Indonesia
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
🇱🇻 Latvia
🇲🇾 Malaysia
🇲🇦 Morocco
🇳🇵 Nepal
🇳🇿 New Zealand
🇵🇰 Pakistan
🇵🇭 Philippines
🇶🇦 Qatar
🇷🇴 Romania
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
🇸🇬 Singapore
🇰🇷 South Korea
Taiwan🇹🇭 Thailand
🇹🇳 Tunisia
🇺🇦 Ukraine
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
🇺🇸 United States
🇺🇿 Uzbekistan
🇻🇳 Vietnam
The 2025 IFO Experience
The International Finance Olympiad 2025 offers a comprehensive two-stage competition designed to challenge and develop students' financial literacy and analytical skills.
Two Rounds of IFO Experience
Round 1
Integrated Objective Test
Duration: 120 minutes
Format: 100 questions across 5 different materials
Delivery: Entirely online through dedicated examination system
Requirements: Computer device with stable internet access
Assessment Focus: Core financial concepts, economic principles, and quantitative analysis
Round 2
Case Analysis & Presentation
Preparation Time: 7 days for case analysis
Presentation Format: 7-minute video submission
Delivery Method: Online video submission platform
Skills Evaluated:
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Financial analysis and interpretation
- Communication and presentation skills
- Strategic recommendation development
Competition Experience Highlights
Global Participation
Students compete alongside peers from over 30 countries and regions, fostering international collaboration and cross-cultural learning.
Educational Focus Areas
- Budgeting and personal finance management
- Investment principles and portfolio theory
- Global economics and market dynamics
- Financial decision-making frameworks
- Money management strategies
Skill Development Outcomes
- Enhanced analytical thinking capabilities
- Improved problem-solving methodologies
- Advanced financial acumen development
- Cross-cultural communication skills
Competition Results and Rankings
Top Performers - Integrated Objective Test (TOP 10)
| Rank | Name | Country | School | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Patel Anya | United States | River Hill High School | 190 |
| 1 | Dadhania Jeet | India | S N Kansagra School | 190 |
| 3 | Lee Ikhee | China | Shanghai American School, Puxi campus | 186 |
| 3 | Dutta Riyana | United States | The Hudson School | 186 |
| 5 | Wan Asher | United States | Episcopal Academy | 182 |
| 5 | Jiang Yiming | Canada | Peiqiao International Education, Inc. | 182 |
| 5 | Grover Keshav | India | Bal Vikas Progressive School | 182 |
| 8 | Zhunussov Rassul | Kazakhstan | Nazarbayev Intellectual school | 180 |
| 8 | Pandey Sambid | Nepal | Rato Bangala School | 180 |
| 10 | Lai Hong Anh | Vietnam | Chu Van An National High School for the Gifted | 178 |
Presentation Competition - International Top 10
| Rank | Name | Country | School | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dutta Riyana | United States | The Hudson School | 93.25 |
| 2 | Jiang Yiming | Canada | Peiqiao International Education, Inc. | 92.00 |
| 3 | Lee Ikhee | China | Shanghai American School, Puxi campus | 91.75 |
| 4 | Ng Raphael | Singapore | Dunman High School | 87.50 |
| 5 | Verma Krittin | India | Delhi Public School, Electronic City | 87.25 |
| 6 | Sahay Revant | Singapore | NPS International School | 86.50 |
| 6 | Wantarnagon Torfan | Thailand | British Columbia International School Bangkok | 86.50 |
| 8 | Dadhania Jeet | India | S N Kansagra School | 86.25 |
| 9 | Gupta Atharv | Singapore | NPS International School | 86.00 |
| 9 | Garg Tarush | Indonesia | Jakarta Intercultural School | 86.00 |
National Team Performance Rankings
| Rank | Country | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 277.75 |
| 2 | Canada | 274.00 |
| 3 | Nepal | 259.75 |
| 4 | India | 248.38 |
| 5 | United Kingdom | 247.75 |
| 6 | Kazakhstan | 239.56 |
| 7 | United States | 238.05 |
| 8 | Vietnam | 234.31 |
| 9 | Taiwan, China | 229.00 |
| 10 | Indonesia | 228.00 |
Individual Awards – Gold, Silver & Bronze
This table summarizes the individual award winners across Gold, Silver, and Bronze categories, including their countries/regions and schools.
| Rank | Name | Country / Region | School | Award |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dutta Riyana | United States | The Hudson School | Gold Award |
| 2 | Lee Ikhee | China | Shanghai American School, Puxi campus | Gold Award |
| 3 | Dadhania Jeet | India | S N Kansagra School | Gold Award |
| 4 | Jiang Yiming | Canada | Peiqiao International Education, Inc. | Gold Award |
| 5 | Patel Anya | United States | River Hill High School | Gold Award |
| 6 | Wan Asher | United States | Episcopal Academy | Gold Award |
| 7 | Pandey Sambid | Nepal | Rato Bangala School | Gold Award |
| 8 | Grover Keshav | India | Bal Vikas Progressive School | Gold Award |
| 9 | Sandalova Alina | Kazakhstan | NIS IB | Gold Award |
| 10 | Mehta Nivaan | India | Aditya Birla World Academy | Gold Award |
| 11 | Sahay Revant | Singapore | NPS International School | Silver Award |
| 12 | Lai Hong Anh | Vietnam | Chu Van An National High School for the Gifted | Silver Award |
| 13 | Zhunussov Rassul | Kazakhstan | Nazarbayev Intellectual School | Silver Award |
| 14 | Nair Aryan | India | Home Schooled | Silver Award |
| 15 | Khokhlova Vera | United Kingdom | St Clare's Oxford | Silver Award |
| 16 | Lodhi Ayesha Khan | Pakistan | Westminster International School | Silver Award |
| 17 | PHAN Phu | Vietnam | eSchool | Silver Award |
| 18 | Ha Diep Chi | Vietnam | Bosworth Independent School | Bronze Award |
| 19 | Arshad Abdullah | Pakistan | Dream 3: College Counseling | Bronze Award |
| 20 | Verma Krittin | India | Delhi Public School, Electronic City | Bronze Award |
| 21 | Gupta Atharv | Singapore | NPS International School | Bronze Award |
| 22 | Katyal Haniyyah Katyal | India | Podar International School | Bronze Award |
| 23 | Namazaly Yerdulat | Kazakhstan | Haileybury Almaty | Bronze Award |
| 24 | Chen Max | Taiwan | TCS Experimental | Bronze Award |
| 25 | Saifiddinov Iskander | Kazakhstan | Haileybury Almaty | Bronze Award |
| 26 | Garg Tarush | Indonesia | Jakarta Intercultural School | Bronze Award |
| 27 | Lutfullakhonov Abrorkhon | Uzbekistan | Namangan Presidential School | Bronze Award |
| 28 | Ng Raphael | Singapore | Dunman High School | Bronze Award |
| 29 | Lam Zarif Ibrahim | Bangladesh | Mastermind English Medium School | Bronze Award |
| 30 | Parikh Dharya | United Arab Emirates | Swiss International Scientific School, Dubai | Bronze Award |
| 31 | Wantrangan Torfan | Thailand | British Columbia International School Bangkok | Bronze Award |
| 32 | Mandaya Raghavendra Parin | India | Melissa High School | Bronze Award |
| 33 | Babelele Aliyu | United Arab Emirates | Gems International School, Science City | Bronze Award |
| 34 | Nguyen Dinh Nhat Minh | Vietnam | Hanoi Amsterdam High School | Bronze Award |
| 35 | Sriram Sindhuja | India | PSBB Senior Secondary School | Bronze Award |
| 36 | Marfo Godfred | Ghana | Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School | Bronze Award |