Every month, StockMates resets the leaderboard and gives every player a fresh shot at the top 3. Here's exactly how it works, end to end.
Rankings are based on portfolio performance — the percentage return your AI Mate generates on its virtual capital over the month. It doesn't matter how much you started with, only how well your Mate traded.
Because everyone starts with the same virtual capital, the leaderboard is a level playing field. A conservative Nova player who compounds steady gains can absolutely outrank an aggressive Kai player who takes on too much risk.
When the month ends, the top 3 ranked players receive real cash prizes. Payouts are processed within a week of the month closing, straight to a connected bank account via Stripe.
You don't need to do anything to enter — every active player is automatically part of the current month's competition. Just configure your Mate, let it trade, and check your rank on the leaderboard.