Dana Kiku

Dana Kiku is an Associate Professor of Finance at the Gies College of Business, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Her research focuses on financial risk management, asset pricing, macroeconomics, and climate change economics. She holds a position in the Department of Finance and has contributed to understanding long-term economic risks, volatility dynamics, and the impact of climate change on financial systems.

Her work bridges theoretical models with empirical applications, addressing topics such as moral hazard in financial markets, cointegration-based asset allocation, and the valuation of growth options. Notably, her research on climate change's implications for capital markets explores how temperature shifts influence equity prices and investment strategies.

Despite her prolific publication record, no specific educational background or awards are detailed in the provided text. No advisees, grants, or lab affiliations are explicitly mentioned. Her articles span over a decade, reflecting a sustained focus on long-run risks, volatility, and economic policy uncertainties.