Short-termism in the financial markets (short financial markets)

Abstract:

A key theme in this project is to study short-termism in financial markets with the objective of exploring and comparing post financial crisis strategies in the EU and the US in order to identify appropriate regulatory frameworks to combat negative effects of short-termism. The chosen topic is timely, innovative, and highly relevant, both when considering knowledge deficits, ongoing policy debates, and the prospects of making an impact through improved regulation. Indeed, the financial crisis of 2007-2009 highlighted extensive risks of short-termism. Still, scientific evidence is weak.