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Report ID: #23B787F2
Date: 07 April 2026
Classification: Assessment Report

Mike Bellafiore
Independent Assessment

Trader Investigation
Report

Subject: Mike Bellafiore Country: USA Status: Under Review
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UNDER REVIEW

This trader is currently under active investigation. Our team is gathering and verifying evidence. This report reflects the current state of the investigation.

Profile Summary
NameMike Bellafiore
CountryUSA
StatusUnder Review
Investigation Date29 Mar 2026
Profile Views12
DescriptionMike Bellafiore is the co-founder of SMB Capital, a prominent proprietary (prop) trading firm based in Midtown Manhattan. He is widely recognized for his contributions to trader education and his development of structured training programs for both new and experienced traders.

Professional Profile
Co-Founder & Author: Bellafiore co-founded SMB Capital in 2005 alongside Steve Spencer. He authored the trading books One Good Trade and The PlayBook, which are considered foundational texts in the prop trading industry.
Trading Expertise: He specializes in discretionary day trading of equities, though the firm also trades options and futures.
Educational Impact: Through SMB University (SMBU), he provides training and mentorship to retail and professional traders globally. He is a frequent contributor to Yahoo Finance and has appeared on major networks like CNBC, CNNMoney, and Bloomberg.
Background: Bellafiore is a graduate of the University of Connecticut School of Law. He chose to pursue trading after being introduced to it by friends during his third year of law school.
Verification Status
Verified Track Record Prop Firm Payouts Myfxbook FX Blue AlphaVerification
Platform Presence
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mikebellafiore
Twitter / X https://x.com/MikeBellafiore
Group Affiliations
No group affiliations recorded.
Evidence Summary
No evidence has been submitted or recorded for this trader.
Disclaimer: This report is generated by IsYourTraderReal (Trading Integrity Bureau) based on available evidence at the time of investigation. While we strive for accuracy, verification statuses may change as new evidence emerges. This report does not constitute financial advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All information should be independently verified before making any financial decisions. For the most up-to-date information, visit the online profile at https://isyourtraderreal.com/trader/mike-bellafiore.

Methodology: Our verification process includes analysis of trading account records, prop firm payout documentation, third-party verification platforms (Myfxbook, FX Blue, AlphaVerification), social media presence, community reports, and TrustPilot reviews. Learn more at isyourtraderreal.com/methodology.

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