{"id":998265,"date":"2026-08-26T11:09:32","date_gmt":"2026-08-26T15:09:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/moomoo-canada-crowns-winner-of-inaugural-canadas-top-trader-competition-in-partnership-with-nasdaq\/"},"modified":"2026-08-26T11:09:32","modified_gmt":"2026-08-26T15:09:32","slug":"moomoo-canada-crowns-winner-of-inaugural-canadas-top-trader-competition-in-partnership-with-nasdaq","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketnewsdesk.com\/index.php\/moomoo-canada-crowns-winner-of-inaugural-canadas-top-trader-competition-in-partnership-with-nasdaq\/","title":{"rendered":"Moomoo Canada Crowns Winner of Inaugural Canada\u2019s Top Trader Competition in Partnership with Nasdaq"},"content":{"rendered":"

\nThe inaugural national competition attracted more than 8,000 participants from coast to coast, with Moomoo set to build on the momentum with a second competition launching this September
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Image 1 Michael Arbus, CEO of Moomoo Financial Canada and the winner of the Canada\u2019s Top Trader competition, Dinghao Zhang at the Moomoo Store at CF Markville, located in Markham, Ontario, Canada.\u00a0<\/p>\n

TORONTO, Aug. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Moomoo Financial Canada has announced the winner of its inaugural Canada’s Top Trader Competition, the country’s first live, real-money national trading competition held in partnership with Nasdaq. Running from June 1 to July 31, 2026, the competition attracted more than 8,000 registered participants from across the country and generated the highest trading activity in Moomoo Financial Canada\u2019s history.<\/p>\n

Over two months, investors competed using their own capital in live markets while tracking their performance on a national leaderboard. The competition brought together participants from coast to coast, highlighting Canadians\u2019 growing interest in self-directed investing and financial education.<\/p>\n

Following the competition, Dinghao Zhang of Thunderbay, Ontario earned the title of Canada\u2019s Top Trader 2026, achieving a 4,972% return to secure first place among thousands of participants. In recognition of the achievement, the winner\u2019s name will be showcased on the iconic Nasdaq MarketSite billboard in New York City\u2019s Times Square, celebrating Canada\u2019s top trader on one of the world\u2019s most recognizable financial stages.<\/p>\n

“This competition surpassed our expectations, bringing together more than 8,000 Canadians from across the country to learn, compete and engage with markets,\u201d said Michael Arbus, Chief Executive Officer of Moomoo Financial Canada. “The overwhelming response and record trading activity demonstrate the growing demand for accessible investing tools and financial education. We are proud to have created an experience that empowered investors of all levels while fostering a strong investing community.”<\/p>\n

Dinghao added, \u201cWinning Canada\u2019s Top Trader Competition is an incredible honour. Competing alongside thousands of investors from across the country challenged me to stay disciplined, trust my strategy, and continue learning. I am grateful to have been part of an experience that celebrates investing and inspires more Canadians to build confidence in the markets.\u201d<\/p>\n

The strong response to the inaugural competition is setting the stage for the second Canada\u2019s Top Trader Competition, launching this September and running through November 2026. The next edition will once again give Canadians an opportunity to put their trading strategies to the test in live markets while connecting with a growing community of self-directed investors.<\/p>\n

The new competition is set to launch on September 1, 2026, and will offer participants a chance to win a new Tesla Model 3. Canadians can begin pre-registration today at\u00a0https:\/\/www.moomoo.com\/ca\/competition\/top-trader2<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Highlights from the Inaugural Competition<\/p>\n