Filippo Occhino

Filippo Occhino is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics, Finance, and Quantitative Analysis at the Coles College of Business, Kennesaw State University. His research focuses on macroeconomics and financial stability, particularly examining monetary and fiscal policy, financial distortions, and debt overhang crises.

His research interests include:

• Macroeconomic effects of monetary and fiscal policy
• Financial stability and systemic risk
• Debt overhang and banking crises
• Segmented financial markets
• Corporate taxation and investment
• Policy evaluation using dynamic models

Occhino's recent publications span top journals in economics, with a strong emphasis on policy-relevant macroeconomic modeling. His work analyzes the impact of major events such as the 2017 U.S. tax reform, the Eurozone crisis, and the COVID-19 pandemic. He frequently employs quantitative models and empirical methods to assess the effectiveness of central bank and fiscal interventions. A recurring theme is the interaction between financial frictions and macroeconomic outcomes.

His scientific contributions include commentaries for the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland and the Bagwell Center, where he analyzes current economic challenges such as the flattening Phillips curve, Basel III capital buffers, and household balance sheets. These policy-oriented writings reflect his commitment to bridging academic research with real-world economic decision-making.

Occhino has collaborated with prominent economists such as Andrea Pescatori, Margaret Jacobson, and Eugene White. While no formal advisees are listed, his sustained research output and institutional affiliations indicate active academic engagement. He is affiliated with the Bagwell Center for the Study of Markets and Economic Opportunity, contributing to its mission of promoting market-based economic understanding.