Assist Prof Dr. Tong Li | Business, Management and Accounting | Best Researcher Award
Xiamen University | China
Author Profile
Early Academic Pursuits π
Dr. Tong Li embarked on his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science in Financial Engineering from the Central University of Finance and Economics in 2014. He furthered his education by earning a Master of Arts in Economics from Peking University in 2017. Dr. Li completed his Ph.D. in Finance at The University of Hong Kong in 2023, solidifying his expertise in the field.
Professional Endeavors π’
Dr. Li is an Assistant Professor of Finance at the School of Economics & Wang Yanan Institute for Studies in Economics, Xiamen University, a position he has held since 2023. His professional experience includes teaching Advanced Corporate Finance at the Ph.D. level and Corporate Finance to undergraduate students. He has also served as a Teaching Assistant for various finance and economics courses at The University of Hong Kong and Peking University.
Contributions and Research Focus π
Dr. Li's research interests are wide-ranging, focusing on ESG considerations in corporate finance, climate regulations, and the human capital effects of corporate climate exposure. He has several working papers, including "ESG Considerations in Acquisitions and Divestitures: Corporate Responses to Mandatory ESG Disclosure" and "Climate Regulations and Corporate Demand for ESG Talent."
Accolades and Recognition π
Throughout his career, Dr. Li has received numerous awards and honors. He was a semi-finalist for the Best Paper Award at the Financial Management Association in 2023 and 2019. He also received the Best Paper Award at the Annual Conference on PBFEAM in 2023. Dr. Li's academic excellence is further highlighted by the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship, which he held from 2017 to 2021.
Impact and Influence π
Dr. Li's work has had a significant impact on the field of finance, particularly in the areas of ESG and climate-related finance. His research has influenced corporate strategies and regulatory policies. He has presented his findings at numerous international conferences, contributing to the global discourse on sustainable finance and corporate governance.
Legacy and Future Contributions π
Dr. Li's legacy is marked by his dedication to advancing knowledge in finance through research, teaching, and professional service. His future contributions promise to shape the next generation of finance professionals and researchers, particularly in the areas of sustainable finance and corporate climate strategy.
Publications π
Local Information Advantage and Stock Returns: Evidence from Social Media
- π Authors: Y Huang, F Li, T Li, TC Lin
- π Journal: Contemporary Accounting Research
- π Year: 2024
Climate Regulations and Corporate Demand for ESG Talent
- π Authors: T Li, DY Tang, M Gertsberg
- π Journal: Hong Kong Institute for Monetary and Financial Research
- π Year: 2024
ESG Considerations in Acquisitions and Divestitures: Corporate Responses to Mandatory ESG Disclosure
- π Authors: T Li, Q Peng, L Yu
- π Available at SSRN: 4376676
- π Year: 2023
No News is Bad News: Strategic Disclosure on Online Interactive Platforms
- π Authors: Y Huang, M Xu, T Li
- π Available at SSRN: 4167782
- π Year: 2022
Inflexibility and Leverage
- π Authors: L Gu, D Hackbarth, T Li
- π Available at SSRN: 24
- π Year: 2019