Cynthia Tabet | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Cynthia Tabet | Economics, Econometrics and Finance | Best Researcher Award

Paris Saclay University | France

Dr. Cynthia Tabet is a dynamic economist and researcher whose scholarly contributions bridge applied econometrics, international finance, and development economics. Her research centers on the complex interactions between monetary policy, inflation dynamics, remittance flows, and institutional quality in both advanced and emerging economies. With a strong foundation in quantitative and qualitative methods, her work employs econometric modeling and statistical analysis to examine the macroeconomic determinants of growth and financial stability. Dr. Cynthia Tabet’s studies have explored how remittance transfers influence economic development, exchange rates, and productivity, particularly in the context of the Eurozone and the MENA region. Her recent publication in Computational Economics on the relationship between money supply, inflation, and growth demonstrates her ability to merge theoretical and empirical approaches to address contemporary policy challenges. Beyond her research, she contributes to the academic community through peer reviewing, interdisciplinary collaboration, and participation in international economic research networks. Her academic vision integrates data-driven insight with institutional analysis, aiming to inform more adaptive and inclusive economic policy frameworks. Through her ongoing projects on inflation targeting, economic policy uncertainty, and sustainable finance, Dr. Cynthia Tabet continues to advance the understanding of macroeconomic resilience and financial development in global and regional contexts. Her research embodies a commitment to excellence, analytical rigor, and social relevance, establishing her as an influential voice in the evolving field of applied economics.

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Featured Publications

  • Tabet, C., Chakchouk, F., & Tabet, C. (2025). Money supply, inflation and economic growth: the case of the Eurozone (1990–2022). Computational Economics. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10614-025-11125-6

  • Tabet, C., Rocca, M., & El Murr, B. (2022). Transferts de fonds et effet boomerang : le cas du Liban (1990–2016). Région et Développement, 55.

  • Tabet, C., Rocca, M., & El Murr, B. (2021). Transferts de fonds et syndrome hollandais : le cas du Liban (1984–2016). Mondes en Développement, 49(194), 29–57.

  • Tabet, C., & Makhlouf, F. (2025). Are remittances affected by economic policy uncertainty? Submitted to Economics and Statistics.

  • Tabet, C., Rocca, M., & Vallet, G. (2025). Inflation, economic growth and institutions: a comparative approach (1990–2021). Submitted to Journal of Comparative Economics.

Faisal Abbas | Economics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Faisal Abbas | Economics | Best Researcher Award

Baba Guru Nanak University Nanakna Sahib | Pakistan

Dr. Faisal Abbas is a distinguished academic and researcher specializing in Accounting and Finance, with a PhD from the University of Lahore, Pakistan. With over 15 years of teaching experience, he has contributed significantly to risk management, corporate finance, and banking research. An Academic Editor at PLOS ONE and Journal of Workplace Behavior, he boasts an h-index of 18 and 40+ publications in top-tier journals (WOS, Scopus, ABDC).

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  • Research Excellence & Productivity:

    • Dr. Faisal Abbas has published 35+ high-quality research articles indexed in Web of Science (SSCI, ESCI), Scopus, ABDC, and ABS.

    • His research themes encompass contemporary and impactful domains such as bank risk-taking, capital adequacy, financial regulation, economic freedom, and fintech, addressing both Islamic and conventional banking sectors.

    • He has maintained a consistent publication record with recognized journals such as Heliyon, Journal of Financial Research, Journal of Risk Finance, Kybernetes, Management Decision, and SAGE Open, among others.

  • Impact Metrics:

    • h-index of 18 and i10-index of 23, indicating solid research influence and citation strength.

    • Active on platforms like Google Scholar, ResearchGate, and ORCID, ensuring transparent academic visibility and scholarly engagement.

  • Editorial & Peer Review Experience:

    • Serves as Academic Editor for PLOS ONE and Journal of Workplace Behavior, reflecting leadership in academic publishing.

    • Reviewed papers for 16 international journals, demonstrating his recognition as a domain expert.

  • International Recognition:

    • Recipient of the Best Paper Award at ICIBM-2020 and nominee for University Research Productivity Award 2020.

    • Participation and presentation at multiple international conferences confirm his active engagement with the global academic community.

Education 🎓

  • PhD in Accounting & Finance (2022), University of Lahore, Pakistan.
  • MPhil in Finance (2014), Imperial College of Business Studies, Lahore.
  • M.Com (2005), Bahauddin Zakariya University.
  • B.Com (2001), University of the Punjab.

Experience 💼

  • Assistant Professor at Baba Guru Nanak University (2024–present).
  • Former roles at Muslim Youth University (HOD), National Defence University, and University of Central Punjab.
  • Supervised PhD/MS theses and taught advanced finance courses (Financial Derivatives, Risk Management, FinTech).

Research Interests On Economics🔍

  • Risk Management | Corporate Finance | Bank Capital Dynamics
  • Islamic vs. Conventional Banking | Financial Stability | Economic Freedom

Awards & Nominations 🏆

  • Best Paper Award at ICIBM-2020.
  • Nominated for University Research Productivity Award 2020.
  • Reviewer for 18+ WOS/Scopus journals.

Publications 📜

1. Title: The impact of bank capital, bank liquidity and credit risk on profitability in postcrisis period:‎ A comparative study of US and Asia
Authors: Faisal Abbas, Shahid Iqbal, Aziz Bilal
Year: 2019
Citations: 252

2. Title: Dynamics of diversification and banks’ risk‐taking and stability: Empirical analysis of commercial banks
Authors: Faisal Abbas, Shoaib Ali
Year: 2021
Citations: 53

3. Title: How Do Capital Ratios Affect Bank Risk-Taking: New Evidence From the United States
Authors: Faisal Abbas, Omar Masood, Shoaib Ali, Sohail Rizwan
Year: 2021
Citations: 47

4. Title: Does economic growth affect the relationship between banks’ capital, liquidity and profitability: empirical evidence from emerging economies
Authors: Faisal Abbas, Shoaib Ali, Maqsood Ahmad
Year: 2021
Citations: 45

5. Title: The effect of bank capital buffer on bank risk and net interest margin: Evidence from the US
Authors: Faisal Abbas, Shazaib Butt, Omar Masood, Kiran Javaria
Year: 2019
Citations: 40

6. Title: How do large commercial banks adjust capital ratios: empirical evidence from the US?
Authors: Faisal Abbas, Omar Masood
Year: 2020
Citations: 39

7. Title: A comparison of financial performance in the banking sector: Some evidence from Pakistani commercial banks
Authors: Faisal Abbas, Muhammad Tahir, Mutee-ur-Rahman
Year: 2012
Citations: 36

8. Title: Economics of loan growth, credit risk and bank capital in Islamic banks
Authors: Faisal Abbas, Shoaib Ali
Year: 2021
Citations: 33

9. Title: The role of bank liquidity and bank risk in determining bank capital: Empirical analysis of asian banking industry
Authors: Faisal Abbas, Shahid Iqbal, Aziz Bilal
Year: 2020
Citations: 30

10. Title: Economics of capital adjustment in the US commercial banks: empirical analysis
Authors: Faisal Abbas, Shoaib Ali, Ghulame Rubbaniy
Year: 2021
Citations: 29

Conclusion 🌟

Dr. Abbas is a prolific scholar bridging academia and industry through rigorous research on financial systems’ stability. His editorial roles, awards, and global collaborations (Hong Kong RGC grants) underscore his impact. Future work explores green finance and IFRS challenges.