Finance Research
Tue, 04/22/2025
Partisan politics proved most significant factor for speed of corporate shutdowns during pandemic, study shows
In a new study, Shradha Bindal, assistant professor of finance at the University of Kansas, investigates the speed with which U.S. firms shut down their headquarters because of the COVID-19 pandemic. It finds that the political orientation of the firms and their CEOs proved the most significant factor.
Wed, 01/22/2025
Not all financial analysts impeded by sleep disruptions, study finds
In a new study focusing on financial markets, William Bazley, assistant professor of finance at the University of Kansas, finds that sleep disruptions following spring daylight saving time clock shifts may negatively affect the forecast quality of the professional analysts — but it depends on their level of experience.
Wed, 08/28/2024
Online sports betting drains household finances more than other gambling options, research shows
In a new working paper, Kevin Pisciotta, assistant professor of finance at KU, finds that not only does online sports betting lead to increased betting activity, it also leads to higher credit card balances, less available credit and a reduction in net investments.
Thu, 12/08/2022
Insider trades on behalf of family are more lucrative than other trades, study finds
LAWRENCE — When people hear the term “insider trading,” they typically think of financial scandals involving Martha Stewart, Ivan Boesky or the movie “Wall Street.” But the term also has far less sinister connotations. ...
Wed, 11/03/2021
New analysis reveals how Porsche-VW 'short squeeze' distorted the stock market
LAWRENCE — A “short squeeze” happens in the market when investors bet against a stock that aggressively increases in price, causing these sellers to cut losses and exit their positions. ...