Associate Professor at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China
Dr. Yuxi Wang is an Associate Professor of Finance at the Antai College of Economics & Management (ACEM), Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU). His research lies at the intersection of corporate finance, entrepreneurship, and innovation, with notable contributions on tariff uncertainty, firm innovation, and the cost of debt. Dr. Wang is recognized for both his rigorous empirical work and his active role in academic communities through publishing, peer reviewing, and conference organization.
Publication Profile
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Educational Background
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Ph.D. in Finance, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore (2017)
Fields: Empirical Corporate Finance, Entrepreneurial Finance, Investment, Social Connection
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B.Eng. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, NTU, Singapore (2011)
Recipient of the prestigious Lee Kuan Yew Gold Medal
Professional Experience
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Associate Professor, Department of Finance, ACEM, SJTU (2021–Present)
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Assistant Professor, Department of Finance, ACEM, SJTU (2017–2021)
Teaching Portfolio:
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MBA & MSc Programs: Entrepreneurship, Venture Capital, Security Analysis, and Institutional Investments
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Undergraduate Courses: Financial Innovation, Mutual Funds, Security Analysis (in both English and Chinese)
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Active in developing and delivering internationally-oriented finance courses
Research Interests
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Empirical Corporate Finance
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Entrepreneurial Finance
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High-Tech Innovation and Green Finance
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Tariff and Trade Policy Effects
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Social Capital in Financial Markets
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ESG Disclosure and Technology Monopoly
Awards and Honors
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Best Paper Award, 19th Annual Conference on Asia-Pacific Financial Markets (2024)
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Best Paper Award, China Corporate Finance Summer Forum (2024)
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National Natural Science Foundation of China Youth Grant (2025–2027)
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SJTU ACEM Start-up Research Fund (2017–2023)
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AFA Student Travel Grant (2016)
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Nanyang President’s Graduate Scholarship, NTU (2011–2015)
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Lee Kuan Yew Gold Medal, NTU (2011)
Professional Activities
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Ad hoc reviewer for top finance journals (e.g., Journal of Banking and Finance, Research Policy)
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Session Chair and Program Chair at multiple national finance conferences
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Seminar Organizer at SJTU for research engagement
Conclusion
Dr. Yuxi Wang is a highly productive and influential academic in the field of finance. His research contributions on trade policy, innovation, and entrepreneurship are timely and well-regarded, evidenced by high-impact publications and competitive awards. He is active in both academic service and teaching innovation. His interdisciplinary background in engineering and finance, combined with his international academic footprint, enhances his profile significantly. In conclusion, Dr. Wang demonstrates all the attributes of a forward-thinking finance scholar and is an ideal candidate for recognition through academic awards or research excellence honors.
Publications
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Gao, H., & Wang, Y. (2025). Tariff uncertainty and the cost of debt: Evidence from United States–China permanent normal trade relations. Journal of Banking & Finance, 157, 107515. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbankfin.2025.107515
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Chen, T., Gao, H., & Wang, Y. (2021). Tariff uncertainty and firm innovation: Evidence from the U.S.–China Permanent Normal Trade Relation. Journal of Empirical Finance, 61, 43–61. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jempfin.2021.02.002
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Hwang, C.-Y., Titman, S., & Wang, Y. (2018). Is it who you know or what you know? Evidence from IPO allocations and mutual fund performance. Journal of Financial and Quantitative Analysis, 53(6), 2673–2702. https://doi.org/10.1017/s0022109018000534