Eric Fricke

Eric Fricke, Ph.D., is a Professor of Finance in the Department of Accounting & Finance at California State University, East Bay. His research focuses on corporate finance, investment strategies, and financial markets, with a particular emphasis on capital investment decisions, market efficiency, and corporate governance. He holds a Ph.D. and maintains active involvement in academic publishing and teaching.

Research interests include analyzing IPO underpricing, CEO compensation dynamics, mutual fund governance, and the impact of information asymmetry on market behavior. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in finance, addressing topics such as crisis management, crowdfunding mechanisms, and behavioral finance.

Recent publications span studies on cash holdings during economic shocks, accredited crowdfunding dynamics, and post-earnings announcement drift. His research also extends to educational methodologies, including online course design preferences. Notable trends in his work involve exploring the interplay between corporate governance structures and financial outcomes, as well as leveraging digital tools (e.g., search data) to understand investor behavior.

No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in his profile. He advises no students in the provided data. His office is located at VBT 423, and his CV is available for review via his faculty profile.