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Danny McGowan is Professor of Finance and Head of the Department of Finance at Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Nottingham and has a strong academic background in economics and finance.
Education:
- PhD in Economics, University of Nottingham, 2010
- MSc in Economics, University of Bristol, 2007
- BSc in Economics, University of Bristol, 2003
His research centers on applied microeconomics with a focus on financial intermediation, banking, mortgage markets, and household finance. He frequently employs quasi-experimental methods to study the impact of regulation, competition, and institutional frameworks on financial institutions and markets. His recent work explores the societal determinants of wealth inequality, lending, and entrepreneurship, as well as the effects of deposit market competition and mortgage default.
His publication record is impressive, with articles in leading journals such as the Review of Financial Studies, Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis, and Journal of Financial Intermediation. The recent articles show a consistent trend in analyzing bank conduct, risk management, regulation, and the real effects of financial markets, often using natural experiments and policy changes as identification strategies.
Research Funding and Recognition:
- Principal Investigator on a ~£400,000 Leverhulme Research Project Grant
- Over £500,000 in research funding from ESRC, British Academy, and Leverhulme Trust
- Research cited in House of Commons inquiries and by media outlets
Advising and Grants: He has successfully advised four PhD students to completion, all of whom have secured academic positions. His research is supported by major grants from UK research councils, demonstrating the significance and impact of his work in the field of finance.
Professional Engagement: He is an active member of leading professional associations including the American Finance Association, American Economic Association, European Finance Association, and Royal Economic Society, and regularly presents his work at international conferences.
