Nic Schaub

Nic Schaub is a Professor at the WHU Otto Beisheim School of Management, affiliated with the Finance and Accounting Group. His research focuses on household finance, behavioral finance, and financial intermediation, with a particular emphasis on investor behavior under macroeconomic shocks like inflation and the impact of digital information on financial decisions.

His work bridges theoretical frameworks with empirical evidence, such as analyzing historical events (e.g., the German hyperinflation) and modern phenomena like social media-driven trading. Recent studies include regulatory policy effects, retirement savings strategies, and inflation expectations modeling.

Key contributions span over a decade, addressing topics from hedge fund liquidity during crises to the role of data providers in market transparency. His publications appear in high-impact journals such as the Review of Financial Studies and Management Science.

No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but his consistent output reflects academic influence. While no advisees or lab affiliations are noted, his research often collaborates with institutions studying behavioral economics and financial markets.