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Magnus Willesson's research focuses on changes in financial intermediation driven by alterations in the business environment, technological change, the emergence of new actors like Fintech and Embedded banking, and regulatory challenges. He investigates the effects, risks, and costs associated with these changes for various actors within the financial value chain. His ongoing research seeks to identify the sources and consequences of transformation within financial intermediaries, particularly within payment systems and the roles of non-bank actors. Willesson has contributed to prestigious journals including the Journal of Banking & Finance, European Journal of Finance, and the Journal of Service Industries, among others. His work has explored critical topics such as regulatory arbitrage, bank liquidity in light of capital shocks, and contemporary issues surrounding banking regulation and performance. Additionally, he is actively involved in academic conferences including the European Association of University Teachers in Banking and Finance and contributes scholarly insights into the comparative performance of Nordic banking amidst recent regulatory reforms.
University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg, Sweden
Teaching and research in financial intermediation and banking.
Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).