Evan Spagnoletti

My research concentrations and interests span financial markets, macroeconomic theory, artificial intelligence, and statistical finance. Currently, I am engaged in a research study under the mentorship of Dr. Catherine Schrand at the Wharton School, focusing on the impacts of significant cobalt supply chain events and their effects on global markets and cobalt futures prices. This project uses advanced data analysis through the Wharton Research Data Services (WRDS) platform to predict stock price reactions across major cobalt suppliers and assess cross-sectional impacts in the Electric Vehicle (EV) market. Outside the UScholars program, I am an NCAA D1 Varsity Swimming and Diving Team student-athlete, dedicating close to 30 hours weekly to training and competition. Additionally, starting in the fall of 2024, I will participate in community service through the Financial Literacy Community Project (FLCP). Supported by the Wharton Management Department, this initiative enables me to teach financial literacy in West Philadelphia schools.

• Research Concentrations: Financial markets, Macroeconomic Theory, Artificial Intelligence, and Statistical Finance
• NCAA D1 Varsity Swimming and Diving Student-Athlete
• College Board National Hispanic Scholar & Financial Literacy Community Project (FLCP) Participant;