Founded in 2016 by ISEG students, LIS – Lisbon Investment Society is currently the largest finance club in Portugal, boasting over 130 members across departments such as equity research, portfolio management, human resources, marketing & client relations, macroeconomics, and quantitative finance. Its goal is to foster student interest in finance and bridge the gap between students and leading institutions in the sector.
Throughout the year, members participate in training sessions, competitions, and research projects, applying classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios. A key highlight is the production of equity research for external institutional clients, offering an opportunity to gain practical work experience. LIS also organizes galas, cocktail events, and team-building activities, strengthening relationships among members and with partner institutions.
By the numbers
Alumni
370+
Members
130+
Nationalities
17
Master's students
20%
Industry partners
6+
Reports Produced for Clients
200+
Reports published in the last year
54
Alumni network
John Warren
Former Head of GMR (Macro)
Now at XP Investimentos
John Warren was a member of LIS from 2023 to 2026, having served as Head of Macro, Equity Research Team Leader, and Equity Research Analyst. He currently works at XP's Trading Desk. At LIS John was awarded 1ˢᵗ place at both BNP Paribas' 5² Challenge and LIS' Stock Pitch Competition. John is currently a CFA Level 1 candidate, following a scholarship awarded by LIS in 2025-2026.
Where Our Alumni Placed
Member statements
LIS was, above all, a great learning ground and a platform for my personal and professional growth, not just because of the projects, but primarily due to the environment and the opportunity to interact with so many people who shared similar goals and were committed to a common purpose. It is undoubtedly a place that offers opportunities for technical preparation and opens countless doors for the future.
John WarrenAlumni (Ex-Head of Macro), XP Investimentos
In the press
Jornal de Negocios
"Um dos exemplos mais estruturados deste movimento nasce no meio universitário. A Lisbon Investment Society (LIS), ligada ao ISEG, da Universidade de Lisboa, é hoje uma das associações de investimento universitárias mais ativas do país."