The Finance Department at San Diego State University has a strong research focus on empirical finance, asset pricing, and financial markets. Recent publications cover a range of topics, including factor return measurement, closed-end fund discounts, equity risk premia, and financial reporting quality. The department's research also explores the intersection of finance with social issues, such as child labor abuse and human rights.
The faculty's work demonstrates expertise in econometrics, investment analysis, and portfolio management. Studies have examined the impact of interest rates, pandemics, and limits to arbitrage on financial markets. Overall, the department's research contributes to a deeper understanding of financial markets and their complexities.
