Manish Sharma ’s Research

Manish Sharma is an ex-investment banker, with over two decades of experience spanning academia, consulting, think tank and corporate finance. His academic journey includes research and teaching positions at renowned institutions including Jawaharlal Nehru University, University of Tokyo, London School of Economics, and Doshisha Business School. Currently, he is an associate professor of economics, at Hosei University in Tokyo. Until 2012, Dr. Sharma served as Director (M&A) in the Corporate Finance Department at Daiwa Capital Markets' Tokyo headquarters, providing strategic financial guidance to major corporations. He subsequently transitioned to full-time academia, bringing his extensive practical knowledge to universities across Asia. His other notable experiences include 13 years of radio newscasting with NHK World, and running an investment advisory. His teaching and research interests cover Indian/ASEAN markets, tech sector, corporate finance, investments, valuation, geoeconomics and day-trading. Dr. Sharma holds a Ph.D. in Financial Economics.