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Dr. Ashutosh Parhi is a faculty member and researcher in the areas of Finance, Management, and Business Studies. He completed his Ph.D. in Management (Finance) from KIIT University. His academic interests encompass corporate finance, corporate governance, financial markets, sustainability, financial technology, and contemporary developments in business and finance.
His research focuses on exploring emerging business and financial issues through empirical and interdisciplinary approaches. He is interested in understanding how organisations, financial markets, technology, governance, and sustainability interact to influence business performance and decision-making. His work incorporates quantitative research methods and data-driven approaches to examine relevant issues in the changing business environment.
As an educator, Dr. Parhi focuses on student-centred learning in Finance and Management, with an emphasis on conceptual clarity, analytical thinking, and practical application through real-world business examples.
Dr. Parhi has been involved in research publications, academic projects, and scholarly contributions covering contemporary themes in finance, management, technology, governance, and sustainability. He is particularly interested in research that combines academic rigour with practical relevance.
His academic approach is guided by curiosity, continuous learning, and a commitment to excellence in teaching and research. He strives to contribute to the academic community through meaningful research, effective teaching, knowledge sharing, and continuous engagement with emerging developments in business and finance.
Board Sustainability Expertise and Pricing Power in ESG-Sensitive Industries
This study examines how sustainability expertise at the board level relates to firms’ pricing power in ESG-sensitive industries. The research highlights the role of board-level sustainability knowledge in shaping strategic decision-making and competitive outcomes, contributing to the growing literature on corporate governance, sustainability, and firm performance.
Link: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1057/s41272-026-00633-1
Pricing power and innovation investment: Evidence from Indian firms
This study examines the relationship between innovation investment and pricing power among Indian firms, highlighting how strategic investment in innovation can influence firms’ competitive positioning and revenue-related outcomes. The study contributes to the literature on corporate strategy, innovation, and financial performance in the Indian context.
Link: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1057/s41272-026-00591-8
Post-pandemic Sustainable Advancements in Machine Learning and Deep Learning Techniques for Stock Market Analysis: A Systematic Review
This systematic review examines the growing application of machine learning and deep learning techniques in stock market analysis following the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights emerging methodological developments and opportunities for future research at the intersection of artificial intelligence and financial markets.
Link: https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-981-95-6063-9_53
Balancing Digital Transformation and Financial Performance: An Empirical Study of IT Investments in the Education Sector
The study investigates how IT and software investments influence financial performance in the education sector. Using panel data and econometric analysis, it examines whether digital transformation contributes to improved financial outcomes and institutional sustainability.
Link: https://ijeponline.org/index.php/journal/article/view/1102
Blockchain in Finance: Applications, Platforms, and Global Trends in a Decentralizing Ecosystem
This study explores the evolving applications of blockchain technology in finance, focusing on its potential to improve transparency, security, efficiency, and decentralisation within financial systems. It reviews emerging platforms and global developments shaping blockchain-enabled finance.
Link: https://theaspd.com/index.php/ijes/article/view/2226
The Multifaceted World of Integrated Reporting: A Journey Through Theory
This paper provides a theoretical exploration of integrated reporting, examining its evolution, conceptual foundations, and role in communicating financial and non-financial information. It highlights the growing importance of integrated reporting in corporate transparency and sustainable business communication.
Link: https://malque.pub/ojs/index.php/mr/article/view/3742
Redefining Corporate Accountability: Impact of Shareholder Composition on CSR Expenditure in Indian Firms
This study examines how shareholder composition influences corporate social responsibility expenditure in Indian firms. It contributes to the literature on corporate accountability, ownership structure, governance, and responsible corporate behaviour.
Link: https://www.taylorfrancis.com/chapters/edit/10.4324/9781003650041-6
Financial Risk and Corporate Valuation
This chapter explores the relationship between financial risk and corporate valuation, highlighting how risk factors influence the assessment of firm value and financial decision-making. It contributes to the broader understanding of risk management and corporate finance.
Link: https://www.taylorfrancis.com/chapters/edit/10.1201/9781003642091-11
Edited Book: Agriculture, Finance, and Sustainability: Emerging Challenges and Future Pathways
This scholarly book explores emerging challenges at the intersection of agriculture, finance, and sustainability. It brings together perspectives on financial systems, sustainable development, climate-related challenges, agricultural value chains, and emerging opportunities for resilient and sustainable growth.
Link: https://deepscienceresearch.com/dsr/catalog/book/467
Many more peer-reviewed manuscripts and book chapters have been published.
Dr. Ashutosh Parhi’s scholarly work focuses on contemporary issues in Finance and Management, particularly corporate governance, ESG and sustainability, financial markets, fintech, cryptocurrency, and emerging financial technologies. His research adopts empirical and interdisciplinary approaches to address evolving challenges in finance, business, and sustainable decision-making. He has contributed to research publications, book chapters, and academic projects with an emphasis on generating rigorous and practically relevant insights. https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=mzrTLZwAAAAJ&hl=en
Research Interests
Corporate Finance, Financial Markets, Corporate Governance, ESG & Sustainability, FinTech, Cryptocurrency, and Emerging Finance.
Participated in national and international conferences, receiving Best Paper Awards, presentation certificates, and recognition for research contributions in Finance and Management.
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School of Economics and Business
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Bengaluru
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