Lakshmi Naaraayanan

Lakshmi Naaraayanan is an Assistant Professor of Finance at London Business School (LBS). He holds a BSc from NIT Calicut, an MPhil, and a PhD in Finance from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). His research focuses on empirical corporate finance, including corporate governance, entrepreneurship, financial intermediation, and law and finance.

His work has been published in top-tier journals such as the Review of Financial Studies and the Journal of Financial Economics. Notable research includes studies on business group spillovers, infrastructure financing, and director liability. His findings have been featured in media outlets like the Financial Express, Forbes, and the World Bank.

He has received awards including the USC Marshall School of Business Trefftzs Award at the Western Finance Association Meetings. At LBS, he teaches Master's Degree elective courses, providing specialized knowledge in finance. His research is also highlighted in the Wheeler Institute for Business and Development brochure.

• Education
  • BSc, NIT Calicut
  • MPhil, unspecified institution
  • PhD, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
• Research Focus
  • Empirical Corporate Finance
  • Corporate Governance
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Law and Finance
• Contact
  • Email: lnaaraayanan@london.edu
  • Phone: +44 (0)20 7000 8224