Dennis Vink

Prof. Dennis Vink is a Professor of Finance and Investment at Nyenrode Business University, affiliated with its Faculty Research Center for Corporate Reporting, Finance & Tax. He holds a PhD in Finance from Nyenrode (2007), an MSc in Financial Management (1999), and additional training from Tilburg University and Cambridge Judge Business School. His research focuses on structured finance, credit ratings, and asset-backed securities, with notable contributions to journals like the European Journal of Finance and Journal of Structured Finance.

Research Interests:

• Empirical analysis of financial markets
• Credit rating dynamics and investor behavior
• Structured finance instruments (RMBS, CLO, ABS)
• Securitization practices in European markets

Consulting/Visiting Roles:

• Visiting Professor at Antwerp School of Management and Technical University of Denmark
• Consultant for institutions like Damen Shipyards, ING Real Estate, and Moody's
• Co-author of widely adopted textbooks such as Basisconcepten Finance and Basics of Finance

Professional Affiliations: Member of American Finance Association, European Finance Association, and Midwest Finance Association.