Nominations Open · 2026
New York Stock Exchange
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May 4, 2026 · New York City
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10 Award Categories
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About the Event

The ESPYs
of Finance

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The Cashtag Awards celebrate the innovators, game-changers, and most influential voices in trading, investing, and finance. From trendsetting products to iconic community creators, the awards highlight excellence that connects markets, social insights, and real-world impact.

You'll hear from your favorite Stocktwits creators, market-moving companies, and NYC's comedy scene.

"For the community, by the community — the community decides who wins."

Nominations
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When
May 4, 2026
6:30 – 9:30 PM
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Venue
New York Stock Exchange
11 Wall Street, New York, NY
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Attendees
Market Leaders, Investors & Creators
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Categories
10 Awards
2026 Nominees

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Nominations open March 23. Vote in all 10 categories.

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Voting Opens March 23
Voting closes April 9 · Winners announced live May 4 at the NYSE
2026 Awards

The Categories

Ten awards celebrating the best in trading, investing, and financial culture. Expand each to learn more and submit your nomination.

The ticker that owned the conversation. This award honors the stock that defined the market narrative through massive engagement, undeniable price action, and a dominant cultural presence on the boards.

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A lifetime achievement for the titans of industry. This honor is reserved for an individual whose groundbreaking contributions have permanently shaped the investing landscape and how we engage with the markets.

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The must-watch individual, podcast, or show that made finance entertaining. This award celebrates the content you look forward to daily—blending a sharp market edge with an unmissable format.

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The person who provided the best signal in a world of noise. This category honors the top investigator, educator, or analyst who kept the community informed, protected, and sane throughout the year.

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The cornerstone of the Stocktwits ecosystem. This award recognizes the member who fosters connection, shares invaluable insights, and elevates the daily discussion to empower their fellow traders.

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Celebrating the company that speaks our language. This award recognizes the Investor Relations team that treats retail investors like true partners—prioritizing transparency, accessibility, and speed over corporate jargon.

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Celebrating the single best "called shot" of the year. This award honors a trade that combined perfect timing with high conviction, proving that market mastery is an absolute art form.

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The stock that proved the power of the crowd. Fueled by pure community energy and social momentum, this winner captivated retail investors regardless of what the "experts" or traditional fundamentals had to say.

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Recognizing the tool or mechanism that redefined how we trade. From prediction markets to next-gen tech, this award honors the innovation that pushed the boundaries of access and efficiency in modern finance.

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The new fund that actually moved the needle. Whether it filled a critical market gap or offered a bold new way to trade a niche, this ETF proved it belongs on every investor's watchlist.

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Live Entertainment · May 4

Someone's Getting Roasted.

We're not naming names — yet. An industry-renowned comedian takes the stage at the New York Stock Exchange for a set that doesn't hold back. Meme stocks, market mania, and the traders who thought they had it all figured out are all fair game.

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Mystery Guest Announcement Coming soon — follow @Stocktwits for the reveal
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LIVE AT THE NYSE
May 4, 2026
CLASSIFIED
2026 Lineup

Hosts & Speakers

Industry leaders, market voices, and surprise guests — all under one roof at the New York Stock Exchange.

Howard Lindzon
Co-founder & CEO
Howard Lindzon
Stocktwits
Nathan Macintosh
Comedian
Nathan Macintosh
NYSE Stage
Michele Steele
Host
Michele Steele
Stocktwits
Joey Solitro
Host
Joey Solitro
Stocktwits
Michael Bolling
Host
Michael Bolling
Stocktwits
Jonathan Morgan
Host
Jonathan Morgan
Stocktwits

More speakers and guests announced as the event approaches — follow @Stocktwits for updates.

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General Admission
$295
  • Access to view the Cashtag Awards from the New York Stock Exchange
  • Premium open bar all evening
  • Community networking
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VIP Experience
$995
  • View the Cashtag Awards live from the Board Room
  • Get up close and personal with top-tier comedic talent
  • Premium open bar all evening
  • Priority networking with speakers & honorees
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