Justin Balthrop

Justin Balthrop is an Assistant Professor in the Finance Academic Area at the University of Kansas School of Business. His research focuses on capital markets, financial intermediaries, and market frictions, with a particular emphasis on structured products and limits to arbitrage. He holds a Ph.D. in Finance from Rice University, an M.A. in Business Administration from Rice, and a B.B.A. in Finance from the University of Texas at Austin.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Finance, Rice University
• M.A. in Business Administration, Rice University
• B.B.A. in Finance, University of Texas at Austin

His research explores themes such as incentive conflicts in financial management, the impact of sports betting on households, and the interplay between corporate governance and voting mechanisms. Recent work includes studies on 529 plan management, insider stock sales, and the economic consequences of online gambling.

Balthrop’s articles address critical issues in financial markets, including regulatory policy, market volatility, and systemic risk. He has contributed to debates on credit derivatives, risk retention policies, and the dynamics of corporate finance under policy uncertainty.

No scientific awards are listed in the provided information. His research portfolio reflects a deep engagement with both theoretical and applied questions in finance, with a focus on real-world market behaviors and institutional frameworks.