Athanasios Sakkas

Athanasios Sakkas is an Assistant Professor of Finance at the Department of Accounting and Finance, Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB), Greece. Previously, he served as an Assistant Professor in Finance at the University of Nottingham and as a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Finance at the University of Southampton, UK.

• Education
• PhD in Finance (Athens University of Economics and Business)
• MSc in Banking and Financial Management (University of Piraeus)
• MEng in Mechanical Engineering (National Technical University of Athens)

His research focuses on empirical asset pricing and investments, with work published in top-tier journals such as the Journal of Banking & Finance, Journal of Financial Markets, and Financial Analysts Journal. He has presented research at international academic conferences and industry forums, including hedge funds.

• Scientific Awards
• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (UK)
• INQUIRE UK research award
• Best paper award from the Southern Finance Association (USA)

His research has been supported by a grant from Amundi Asset Management, reflecting its practical relevance to financial markets and investment strategies.