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Szu-Yin (Jennifer) Wu

Clinical Assistant Professor of Finance
University at Buffalo School of Management

AREAS OF EXPERTISE:

Corporate finance; mergers and acquisitions; shareholder activism; corporate governance; investment management

Jennifer Wu can discuss corporate finance, primarily mergers and acquisitions, shareholder activism, corporate governance and corporate innovation.

For example, a recent study she published found activist hedge funds play a critical role in the market for corporate control. They improve the efficiency of firms’ M&A activities through interventions. Her research added to the ongoing debate — whether hedge fund activism creates long-term value to shareholders or seeks a quick buck.

LANGUAGES:

Wu can respond to interviews in English and Chinese (Mandarin).

CONTACT:

Szu-Yin (Jennifer) Wu, PhD
Clinical Assistant Professor of Finance
University at Buffalo School of Management

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