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Joakim Sandberg is Professor of Practical Philosophy at University of Gothenburg (Sweden) and Professor of Economics and Finance from a Humanist Perspective at University of Groningen (the Netherlands). He works within the Department of Philosophy, Linguistics, Theory of Science at Gothenburg, where he also earned his PhD in 2008.
His primary research focuses on the intersection of moral philosophy, political philosophy, and economics, with particular expertise in business ethics, financial ethics, and socially responsible investment. Sandberg has made significant contributions to understanding ethical issues in microfinance, CEO compensation, alternative currencies, and shareholder activism. As editor for the Business Ethics section of PhilPapers, he plays an influential role in shaping discourse in his field.
His recent publications reveal a clear trend toward examining the philosophical foundations of money and finance, culminating in the 2024 Oxford University Press edited volume The Philosophy of Money and Finance. His work consistently analyzes the tension between moral considerations and financial practices, questioning whether ethical investing can truly make a difference and exploring the normative foundations of financial systems. His research spans metaphysical, epistemological, ethical, and political dimensions of money and finance.
- Editor for the Business Ethics section of PhilPapers
- Contributing author to multiple authoritative encyclopedias including The International Encyclopedia of Ethics
- Regular contributor to top journals such as Business Ethics Quarterly, Journal of Business Ethics, and Journal of Applied Philosophy
Sandberg's research has practical implications for corporate governance, investment practices, and financial regulation. His work on CEO compensation challenges conventional justifications for executive pay, while his research on microfinance examines the ethical boundaries of high-interest lending to the poor. His recent work on alternative currencies and central bank digital currencies addresses timely questions about the future of money in the digital age.
