Linus Siming

Linus Siming is the Vice Dean of Research and Professor of Financial Markets & Institutions at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, Italy. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the Stockholm School of Economics and previously held academic roles at Audencia Business School (France) and Bocconi University (Italy). His research focuses on the intersection of cultural influences on corporate finance, private equity dynamics, regulatory impacts on financial markets, and executive incentive structures. Key areas include how managers' cultural backgrounds shape corporate responses to economic shocks, the financial implications of health and safety regulations, and the role of green finance in sustainable banking.

Siming's work bridges financial economics and policy analysis, often leveraging natural experiments to isolate causal effects. Notable studies include analyzing the 1974 Swedish legislative lottery on workplace safety and its stock market impact, and exploring how cultural diversity affects small business financing choices. His research has been featured in outlets like the Journal of Corporate Finance, Review of Economics and Statistics, and Financial History Review.

• Education: Ph.D. in Economics (Stockholm School of Economics)
• Previous Positions: Audencia Business School, Bocconi University

His research interests span:

• Cultural influences on corporate strategy
• Regulatory policy and market reactions
• Private equity networks and governance
• Sustainable finance and ESG integration
• Executive compensation and institutional awards

Siming has received teaching excellence awards from three institutions: Stockholm School of Economics, Bocconi University, and his current institution. His work is supported by grants including a 2020 Start-up Grant from Free University of Bozen-Bolzano. Current research explores the intersection of cultural economics with corporate finance, particularly during crises like the pandemic's impact on healthcare policy.