Jean-Baptiste Bonnier

Jean-Baptiste Bonnier holds key appointments at the University of Franche-Comté:

• Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Law, Economics, Political Science and Management
• Head of the Economics and Management degree program
• Researcher at CRESE (Research Center on Economic Strategies)

His research program bridges applied econometrics and commodity financial markets with particular emphasis on energy economics. He investigates volatility dynamics in crude oil markets, informational efficiency in commodity futures, and the historical evolution of derivatives market regulation and microstructure. This work combines advanced time-series methodologies with practical market analysis, addressing critical questions for traders, regulators, and policymakers in global commodity markets.

Professor Bonnier's recent publications (2021-2024) demonstrate consistent focus on commodity market mechanics, with increasing methodological sophistication. His 2022 Energy Economics paper on crude oil volatility forecasting established novel predictor frameworks, while his 2024 working paper introduces innovative experimental designs for econometric analysis. This trajectory shows deepening engagement with both theoretical econometrics and real-world market applications.

He currently leads a significant research project (2023-2026) on commodity derivatives market history funded by the Bourgogne Franche-Comté Region. As Head of the Economics and Management program, he oversees academic curriculum while maintaining active research supervision through CRESE. His dual administrative-research role provides unique opportunities for students interested in both academic development and practical market applications.

CRESE serves as his primary research base, offering collaborative resources for economic strategy development. The center's interdisciplinary environment supports his work on commodity markets while connecting it to broader economic policy questions, creating a robust ecosystem for scholarly output and student training in quantitative economic analysis.