Research contributions
Sustainable Finance
In the Sustainable Finance research field, we examine how sustainability considerations are integrated into financial decision-making and the role they play for companies, investors and financial markets. Our research explores, among other topics, the impact of corporate scandals on capital markets, the causes and consequences of greenwashing, and the empirical characteristics of innovative sustainable financial instruments. The aim is to deepen the understanding of how sustainable financial systems function and what effects they generate.
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Digital Finance and FinTech
In the field of Digital Finance and FinTech, we analyse the impact of digital technologies on financial markets, financial products and financial intermediation. Our research focuses, among other things, on the characteristics of cryptocurrencies as an asset class, the opportunities and challenges of tokenisation, and the evolution and regulation of digital securities. We also examine how FinTechs are transforming traditional business models in the financial services sector and what innovations are emerging as a result. The goal is to develop an in-depth understanding of the dynamics and structural change processes within the digital financial system.
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Quantitative risk management
In the research are of Quantitative Risk Management, we focus on the measurement, management and assessment of financial risks using quantitative methods. One key area is the relationship between risk and company valuation, as well as the analysis and refinement of appropriate risk measures. We also investigate specific risk dimensions in alternative forms of financing—such as credit risk in microfinance and crowdfunding. The goal is to provide a robust foundation for decision-making for effective risk management across both traditional and innovative financial markets.
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Capital markets and derivatives
In the field of Capital Markets and Derivatives, we analyse the functioning, structure and pricing of financial markets. Our research centers on empirical analyses of a broad range of financial instruments such as equities, bonds, and futures. We are interested not only in their individual characteristics but also their interactions with sustainability aspects (Sustainable Finance), digital innovations (Digital Finance), and risk metrics (Quantitative Risk Management). The goal is to gain a deeper understanding of market mechanisms and the effects of complex financial products.
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