About Us
We are a collective of ambitious undergraduate students at Baruch College who manage a portfolio of stocks spanning across a variety of sectors
Our History
Our Education Methods
The Investment Management Group's core philosophy is that education is a lifelong pursuit and that without proper education, our members will not be able to realize their full potential.
A majority of a member's education is gained through hands-on experience, exposure to different teams, and self-initiative to explore beyond their knowledge horizon. Nevertheless, to properly equip each member for their role, our Development Team is charged with creating a comprehensive educational program. Headed by the Chief Development Officer, the Development Team holds training seminars, and homework assignments and provides suggested readings and other educational resources that cover a range of topics necessary for the professional success of our members.
At the beginning of every semester, we host educational seminars that highlight an introduction to the financial markets, fundamentals of financial statement analysis, comparative analysis, discounted cash flow analysis, and a primer on equity research. Advanced topics include Event-Driven Investing, Capital Markets, Mergers & Acquisitions, Leveraged Buyouts, and Restructuring. All new members are mandated to attend as it is a part of their core education.
Publications
Investment Coverage
Our Philosophy
We work to find companies that will be able to withstand and grow in any market condition. We believe our long-term approach of holding stocks for up to two years will provide us with the time needed for our stock picks to truly thrive. In our approach to investment decision-making, we ask questions at every step of the way. By considering all possibilities of performance, we believe we are optimally positioned for success.
Investment Strategy
We use a combination of fundamental and technical analyses to evaluate investment ideas. Through our process, we perform both top-down and bottom-up analysis to narrow down macro-economic and micro-economic factors. We then employ our research to isolate idiosyncratic opportunities in all sectors.
Consumer Goods & Retail
Food and Beverages, Agribusiness, Household and Personal Care Products, Restaurants, Tobacco, Apparel and Accessories, and Luxury Goods
Energy & Utilities
Oil, Gas, Nuclear, Wind, Solar, Biomass, Geothermal, Power Generation, Water, Electricity, Renewable Energy & Other
Financial Institutions Group (FIG)
Insurance, Mortgage Companies, Asset Managers, Bank and Finance Companies, Credit Card, Governments, Broker-Dealers, and Investment Firms
Healthcare
Healthcare Services, Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology and Specialty Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, and Life-Science Tools
Industrials & Natural Resources
Metals & Mining, Timber, Manufacturing, Aerospace & Defense, and Housing & Construction
Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT)
Communication, Internet, Digital Media, Semiconductors, IT Services & Payments Processing, Software, Advertising & Marketing, Broadcasting, Entertainment, Wireless, and Telecom Operators
Meet our Leadership
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Chris John is a senior majoring in Finance & Investments with a minor in Communications. He joined IMG in Fall 2022 as an Industrials & Natural Resources Analyst. In Fall 2023, Chris was promoted to Director of Energy & Utilities. In his free time, he enjoys attending live comedy shows. From Spring 2025 - Fall 2025, Chris was the Chief Investment Officer. Chris will manage the day-to-day activities of IMG, alumni to firm engagement, and serve as the primary contact for the Baruch College Fund and Operating Committee.
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Anthony is a junior majoring in Finance & Investments and minoring in Communications. Anthony joined IMG as a Junior Analyst covering Industrials and later switched to the Portfolio Management team where he served as the Director. This upcoming summer, Anthony will intern at CIBC in the Corporate & Investment Banking Division, having previously interned at SoundBoard Venture Capital. Anthony enjoys playing basketball, and golf in his free time. Anthony oversees the club’s operational functions, marketing, and internal logistics, including recruitment initiatives.
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Hossam is a junior majoring in Finance, with minors in Law and Advanced Business Analysis. He joined IMG in Fall 2023 as an Energy & Utilities Analyst and later transitioned to the Financials Group, where he was promoted to Director. In his free time, Hossam enjoys working out and spending time with friends. During Spring 2026, Hossam will lead equity selection and allocation, position sizing, and portfolio risk management in collaboration with the Baruch College Fund (BCF) and the Portfolio Management (PM) team.
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Ellie is a junior majoring in Finance with a minor in Law and Policy. She joined IMG as an Analyst in her sophomore year covering Consumer Goods and Retail, and later served as Director of the team. Ellie will be joining Barclays Investment Bank as a Coverage/M&A Summer Analyst in 2026. She has previously interned across investment banking, private equity, and business development, including roles at Kingswood U.S., Forte Capital Group, and Compozure. In her free time, Ellie enjoys travel, tennis, hiking, and exploring architecture and design. Ellie will co-direct Saturday workshops covering the fundamentals of accounting, valuation, M&A, LBOs, event-driven investing, etc.
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Yasmin Benzriouil is a junior at Baruch College, majoring in Economics with a minor in Political Science. She joined the Investment Management Group (IMG) as a Junior Analyst and has covered the Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) sector as both an Analyst and Director. This past summer, Yasmin interned at Sixth Street on the Asset-Based Finance (ABF) team, and she will be interning this summer at Deutsche Bank in the firm’s Investment Banking Division. In her free time, Yasmin enjoys reading, photography, and trying different foreign cuisines. Yasmin will co-direct IMG’s Saturday workshops, covering the fundamentals of accounting, valuation, M&A, LBOs, and event-driven investing, among other topics.
Our Top Three Investment Holdings
Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. is a U.S.-based defense contractor specializing in the design, construction, and maintenance of military ships. The company builds non-nuclear surface combatants, amphibious and expeditionary vessels, and national security cutters for the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard, as well as nuclear-powered aircraft carriers and submarines. Through its Mission Technologies segment, Huntington Ingalls also provides advanced defense capabilities including C5ISR systems, cyber and electronic warfare, autonomous systems, artificial intelligence-enabled decision support, and critical nuclear operations services. Founded in 1886, the company is headquartered in Newport News, Virginia.
Sub-Industry: Defense & Shipbuilding
Novo Nordisk A/S is a global pharmaceutical company focused on the research, development, manufacturing, and distribution of therapies for chronic diseases. The company operates primarily in diabetes and obesity care, offering treatments for diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular conditions, and related metabolic disorders, as well as in rare diseases including rare blood and endocrine disorders. Novo Nordisk also provides delivery devices such as insulin and growth hormone pens, digital diabetes management solutions, and collaborates with partners to advance innovation in cardiometabolic therapies. Founded in 1923, the company is headquartered in Bagsværd, Denmark.
Sub-Industry: Biotechnology / Pharmaceuticals
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSMC) is the world’s leading pure-play semiconductor foundry, specializing in the manufacturing, packaging, and testing of advanced integrated circuits. The company provides a broad range of wafer fabrication processes, including advanced and mature logic, mixed-signal, radio frequency, and embedded memory technologies. TSMC’s chips are used across high-performance computing, smartphones, automotive, internet-of-things, and consumer electronics applications. Founded in 1987, the company is headquartered in Hsinchu, Taiwan.
Sub-Industry: Semiconductors / Foundry Services