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Kam Chan is an Associate Professor in Finance and the Director of Research & Research Training at the UWA Business School. His research focuses on asset pricing, information dissemination, political uncertainty, and how market dynamics respond to economic uncertainty, including elections and financial regulation. Recent work includes analyzing the impact of SEC 8-K filings and the effects of regulatory enforcement on brokerage firms, as well as exploring the influence of gun violence exposure on corporate risk. Chan's research is published in leading finance journals such as the Journal of Financial Economics, and he has been involved in significant editorial roles, including Associate Editor for the Pacific-Basin Finance Journal and Deputy Editor for Accounting & Finance. With prior experience as Assistant Vice President for Risk Analytics at United Overseas Bank in Singapore, he has played a pivotal role in shaping research directions within one of Australia's top-ranked business schools. Chan is dedicated to enhancing research impact and fostering interdisciplinary collaborations while developing doctoral training programs, contributing to finance education and mentorship.
UWA Business School • Perth
Director of Research & Research Training, focusing on strategic initiatives to enhance research impact and foster collaborations.
United Overseas Bank • Singapore
Led analytics efforts focusing on risk assessment in financial sectors.
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