Yan Zhao

Yan Zhao is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics and Business at the City College of the City University of New York (CCNY). His research focuses on financial economics, corporate governance, market microstructure, and behavioral finance. He has published extensively on topics such as investor behavior, market efficiency, carbon emissions impact, and corporate finance strategies.

His work often employs advanced analytical techniques like machine learning and event studies to examine real-world financial phenomena. Key research areas include post-earnings announcement drift, short selling dynamics, and the interplay between corporate governance practices and financial reporting accuracy.

Dr. Zhao’s recent studies explore environmental finance (e.g., carbon emissions’ stock price effects) and China’s urban real estate markets. His articles frequently appear in top-tier finance journals, addressing both theoretical and applied questions in global financial markets.