Xinhui “Gabe” Huang, Ph.D.

Xinhui “Gabe” Huang earned his Ph.D. in Finance from Texas A&M International University, an AACSB-accredited institution, in December 2023. Dr. Huang’s primary research interests lie in corporate finance, economic policy analysis, financial accounting, and environmental sustainability. He has an extensive publication record in prestigious journals, with a focus on the impact of economic policy and government regulation on corporate practices.

In terms of teaching, Dr. Huang’s primary interests are in the fields of corporate finance and financial management. His teaching philosophy places a strong emphasis on a student-centric approach. Leveraging his background in finance and economics, as well as his interdisciplinary research interests, Dr. Huang strives to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the subject, encompassing not only the financial aspect but also the broader perspective of business as a whole. His goal is not merely to impart knowledge but also to cultivate critical thinking skills within the realm of finance.

Dr. Huang’s CV

Education

  • Ph.D., Finance, Texas A&M International University (2023)
  • MBA, Finance, Lawrence Technological University (2018)
  • Bachelor of Economics, Finance, Liaoning Technical University (2016)

Teaching Areas

  • Corporate Finance
  • Financial Management
  • Intro to Finance
  • Financial Markets

Research Interests

  • Corporate Finance
  • Economic Policy Analysis
  • Corporate Governance
  • Financial Accounting

Service Work/Consulting

  • Financial Management Association
  • Southwestern Finance Association

Awards / Professional Accomplishments

  • Best Student Paper Award: 27th Annual Western Hemispheric Trade Conference (2023)
  • High Scholastic Achievement Beta Gamma Sigma: Lawrence Technological University (2019)
  • Academic Award Financial Executives International: Detroit Chapter (2017)
  • CMA Program Scholarship: Institute of Management Accountants (2016)
  • Securities Qualification Certificate (Equivalent to Series 7): Securities Association of China
  • Futures Qualification Certificate (Equivalent to Series 3): China Futures Association

Publications

Huang, X., & Yang, L. (2025). Balancing the books: The role of energy-related uncertainty in corporate leverage. Global Finance Journal, 101077. (ABDC A rank)

Huang, X., Shoeb, A., & Yang, L. (2025). Trade policy uncertainty and firm profitability. Review of Corporate Finance, forthcoming.

Huang, X., & Yang, L. (2024). Near or far? An investigation into the relationship between spatial proximity to CSRC district offices and stock crash risk. Applied Economics Letters, 1-6. (ABDC B rank)

Huang, X., & Yang, L. (2024). Party control and corporate labour investment: Evidence from China. Applied Economics, 1–15. (ABDC A rank)

Huang, X., & Yang, L. (2024). The role of political party in firm environmental governance: Evidence from China. Applied Economics, 1-17. (ABDC A rank)

Huang, X., Tarkom, A., & Yang, L. (2024). The role of political party in curtailing opportunistic insider sales: Evidence from China. Applied Economics Letters, 1-6. (ABDC B rank)

Graham, N. P., Huang, X., & Yang, L. (2024). Navigating trade policy uncertainty: Conservatism in cash holding and investment. Applied Economics, 1-19. (ABDC A rank)

Huang, X., Janamanchi, B., & Yang, L. (2024). The hidden cost of silence: How delayed cyberattack disclosure erodes firm profitability. Applied Economics Letters, 1-5. (ABDC B rank)

Yang, L., Huang, X., & Song, X. (2024). The Role of Passive Investors in Corporate Governance and Socially Responsible Investing: Evidence from Shareholder Proposals. Sustainability, 16(1), 416.

Huang, X. and Tarkom, A., 2023. Labor substitutability and corporate labor investment: Evidence from the H-1B program. Finance Research Letters, (ABDC journal rating: A)

Tarkom, A. and Huang, X., 2023. Readjusting the speed of leverage adjustment during the COVID-19 pandemic?. China Accounting and Finance Review, (ABDC journal rating: A)

Huang, X. and Tarkom, A., 2022. Labor investment efficiency and cash flow volatility. Finance Research Letters, (ABDC journal rating: A)

Conference Presentations

Trade Policy Uncertainty and Firm Profitability. Southwestern Finance Association 2024 Annual Conference

CEO power and corporate hiring effectiveness. Southwestern Finance Association 2023 Annual Conference

Opportunity or challenge? The impacts of product market threats on a firm’s bankruptcy risk. Best Student Paper Award, 27th Annual Western Hemispheric Trade Conference (2023).