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Jeffrey Meli is a Clinical Professor of Finance at the Leonard N. Stern School of Business, New York University, joining the faculty in January 2025. He holds a PhD in Finance from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and an AB in Mathematics from Princeton University. His professional journey bridges deep academic insight with extensive industry experience in financial markets.
- PhD in Finance – University of Chicago Booth School of Business
- AB in Mathematics – Princeton University
His research focuses on corporate bonds, repurchase markets, liquidity, financial intermediation, and financial regulation. Meli investigates structural vulnerabilities in the financial system, particularly the overreliance on U.S. Treasury securities as collateral and the risks posed by regulatory fragmentation and the 'basis trade' executed by hedge funds. His work highlights systemic fragilities that could threaten market stability during periods of stress.
Although no formal list of publications is provided in the source text, his intellectual contributions are reflected in high-impact commentary and interviews on the evolving dynamics of the Treasury market, financial regulation, and post-crisis reforms. His insights are increasingly relevant amid growing concerns about U.S. fiscal sustainability and the global role of Treasury securities.
Jeffrey Meli has been recognized through media features and expert commentary, including an interview titled Debt Reckoning in a prominent August 2025 issue. His work has been cited in discussions involving financial policymakers and academics concerned with market structure and systemic risk. Though no formal awards are listed, his influence in both academic and policy circles is evident.
Prior to joining NYU Stern, Meli spent nearly 25 years in the private sector, including ten years as global head of research at Barclays, where he was a member of the investment bank’s management team. He launched Barclays’ research data science platform, integrating alternative data and modern analytics into investment research. He also founded and hosted the Flip Side podcast, where he debated current financial market issues. This blend of practical experience and scholarly inquiry enriches his teaching and research.
He is actively involved in examining the role of Treasury markets in the global financial system, particularly how regulatory reforms have inadvertently increased systemic dependencies. Meli warns that the current financial architecture—built on the assumption of Treasury market resilience—may be a 'house of cards' if market conditions deteriorate. His work calls for updated regulatory frameworks to address shadow dealers, collateral reuse, and liquidity risks.
