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Ali Sheikhbahaei is a Lecturer in the Department of Banking & Finance at the Faculty of Business and Economics, Monash University, Australia. He is actively involved in research and teaching, accepting PhD students and contributing to academic leadership through conference organization. His work is aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in economic development and responsible finance.
His primary research interests include Corporate Finance, Market Microstructure, FinTech & RegTech, Corporate Misconduct, Labour Economics, and Mergers & Acquisitions. His research examines how corporate behavior, media sentiment, and regulatory environments impact financial markets and firm performance.
The recent articles highlight a strong focus on the intersection of corporate governance and financial contracting, the pricing of intangible information such as media sentiment, and the real effects of business media on productivity. His work spans global contexts, including emerging and developed markets, and often involves empirical analysis of large datasets.
Scientific Awards and Recognitions:
- ECR Research Grant Scheme (2022)
- AFAANZ 2021/2022 Annual Research Fund Grant (2021)
- Bloomberg Award for Best Innovative Teaching Practices (2024)
- Dean’s Commendation for Early Career Teaching (2021)
- Monash Warwick Alliance Education Activation Fund Round One 2025 (2025)
Advising and Grants: Ali Sheikhbahaei is accepting PhD students and has secured multiple competitive research grants, including from AFAANZ and the Monash Warwick Alliance, supporting his work on global financial markets and economic development. He serves on the programme committee for the Financial Management Association (FMA) Asia/Pacific Conference, demonstrating academic leadership and engagement.
Collaborative Networks: His research involves extensive international collaboration, particularly in studies on global loan contracts, mergers and acquisitions, and media influence, with co-authors across Australia, New Zealand, and other regions.
