Kenneth R. French

 is the Carl E. and Catherine M. Heidt Professor of Finance at the Tuck School of Business, Dartmouth College.

French’s recent research focuses on empirical estimates of the cross-section of expected stock returns, the cost of capital, dividend policy, and capital structure. He is noted for the three factor model, which he has researched in partnership with Eugene F. Fama.

In 2013, Fama and French introduced a five-factor asset pricing model, adding profitability and investment factors to augment the three-factor model.

Papers
In 2014 French received the James R. Vertin Award in recognition of his having produced a body of research notable for its relevance and enduring value to investment professionals.

French has co-authored four award-winning papers:

Books

 * John Y. Campbell et al, The Squam Lake Report: Fixing the Financial System, with the Squam Lake Group (Kenneth French, Chair), Princeton University Press, (2010). ISBN 978-1405125048

Blog
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