Charlotte teen makes finance '20 under 20' list

Business Insider came out Friday with a list of teenage investors who are market-smart beyond their years -- and a Charlotte 18-year-old made the cut.

Ben C. Banks describes himself as an Eagle Scout, avid runner and "momentum stock" trader. That refers to investors who buy hot stocks and sell them cold. He says his goal is to major in finance and go on to run his own firm. Looks like he's well on his way.

He's active on social media and a prolific writer as well. Here he is talking about his web presence:


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