Hedge Fund Activism

Does hedge fund activism focus on a quick buck (short-term gain) or create any meaningful long-term value? There has been an ongoing debate among academics and practitioners about the consequence of hedge fund activism on the corporate decisions and performance. Each hedge fund activist has a unique agenda, but history shows that companies that attract hedge fund activism engagement tend to have some issues in common.  Learn about common agenda in the hedge fund activism campaigns and their consequences. 

About Szu-yin (Jennifer) Wu
Szu-yin (Jennifer) Wu, PhD '17, a Clinical Assistant Professor of Finance, earned her doctorate at the University at Buffalo School of Management. Her research focuses primarily on empirical study in corporate finance with particular interests in corporate mergers and acquisitions and hedge fund activism. She teaches undergraduate courses in the area of corporate finance and investment.