Eliza Wu is Professor of Finance and Banking at the University of Sydney Business School, where she also serves as Associate Dean (Research Education). With a PhD in Finance from UNSW, her research examines international financial market dynamics, banking regulation impacts, and information flows in capital markets. Professor Wu maintains professional connections with the Reserve Bank of Australia and Bank for International Settlements, influencing financial policy decisions. Educational background includes a joint honours degree in Economics and Econometrics with a PhD in Finance from UNSW. Research focuses on three interconnected areas: Behavioral dynamics and risk transmission in global financial markets The role of information intermediaries (credit rating agencies, equity analysts) Financial intermediation and regulatory impacts on bank lending Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on financial market integration, sovereign credit risk contagion, and regulatory reforms. Corporate finance research examines acquisition performance, board governance reforms, and CSR integration in M&A. Empirical methodologies include time-series econometrics, panel regressions, and natural experiment designs. Honors include international best paper prizes and competitive research grants. Current PhD students investigate empirical corporate finance topics under Professor Wu's supervision. Professional service includes associate editor roles for Journal of Financial Stability and International Review of Financial Analysis.







