Budan Zhang

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Budan Zhang is a rising scholar at the intersection of financial technology and investment analytics, with a core focus on robo-advisory systems and exchange-traded fund (ETF) performance in the Chinese market. Zhang’s most cited work, “The robo-advisor for ETF funds in China: influences and determinants” (2023, 5 citations), provides a pioneering empirical analysis of how algorithmic advisory tools affect ETF returns, while also identifying key fund features that drive robo-advisor effectiveness. This research bridges a critical gap between automated wealth management and real-world market outcomes, offering actionable insights for fintech developers and investors alike. By dissecting the determinants of robo-advisor success in China’s rapidly evolving ETF landscape, Zhang has laid foundational groundwork for understanding how technology reshapes passive investment strategies. Though early in their career, Zhang’s targeted contributions to fintech and behavioral finance signal a promising trajectory, with implications for both academic theory and practical portfolio management. Their work is essential reading for students and researchers exploring the digital transformation of asset management.