Oliver Rehbein

Oliver Rehbein is an Assistant Professor of Finance at WU Vienna and the Vienna Graduate School of Finance (VGSF). His research focuses on banking, social networks, and the financial impacts of natural disasters. He previously held a postdoctoral position at the University of Bonn's Department of Economics (Finance Group).

Research Trends: Recent work analyzes how social connectedness influences bank lending, the role of bank capital in disaster spillovers, and the interplay between environmental crises and financial stability. His articles span journals like Review of Financial Studies and Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis.

• Scientific Awards: Best Discussant Award (2025)

Professional Activities: Rehbein has presented at major conferences including the CEPR-ESSEC-University of Luxembourg Conference on Sustainable Financial Intermediation (2024) and seminars at institutions like the Bundesbank.