Banu Demir

Banu Demir is a Professor of Economics at the University of Oxford, affiliated with Brasenose College and serving as Associate Head (External Engagement). Her research focuses on the intersection of international trade and development economics, particularly how firms respond to trade-related shocks and the impact of these adjustments on aggregate economic outcomes such as growth and income. She is a Research Fellow of the CEPR (International Trade and Regional Economics Programme) and an Affiliate of the CESifo Research Network in Munich.

Banu Demir is a scholar specializing in International Trade and Development, with a focus on the interplay between trade policies, financial systems, and economic growth. Her research explores how trade infrastructure, such as road networks and containerization, influences international trade and regional outcomes. She also investigates the role of trade finance, particularly in times of crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, and its impact on developing-country exporters. Her work highlights the importance of digital infrastructure and financial constraints in shaping trade dynamics and economic resilience. Additionally, she examines geopolitical factors and their influence on trade patterns and policy effectiveness.