Iftekhar Hasan is the E. Gerald Corrigan Professor of Finance at the Gabelli School of Business, Fordham University. He holds significant research affiliations with the Bank of Finland and the University of Sydney, reflecting his international academic presence. His scholarly work spans corporate finance, banking, governance, ESG, and FinTech. His research interests include corporate governance, financial regulation, banking efficiency, tax aggressiveness, social capital, and the impact of technology on monetary policy. He frequently publishes in top journals such as Journal of Financial Economics , Contemporary Accounting Research , and Review of Accounting Studies . His recent publications (2020–2025) focus on climate-related disclosures, WealthTech, technological innovation in banking, and corporate culture. These works reveal a strong emphasis on sustainability, digital transformation, and behavioral aspects of finance. His scientific impact is evident through his SSRN rankings: Top 349 in downloads and Top 355 in citations, with over 96,000 downloads and 1,980 citations across 292 papers. He collaborates extensively with researchers globally, particularly in Europe and Asia. He has advised or co-authored with numerous junior scholars, including Qiang Wu, Bill Francis, Chun Keung Hoi, and Xian Sun, indicating a strong mentorship role. He is involved in research on SME lending, competition policy, and financial inclusion, often supported by institutions like the Bank of Finland and ECB. He is associated with research teams focusing on financial stability, banking in transition economies, and digital finance. His work frequently appears in BOFIT, BIS, and ECB working paper series, suggesting institutional grant support and policy relevance.
