SHIKHAR SHARMA

Shikhar Sharma is a student at IIM Indore, as part of its flagship IPM programme. He enjoys academic pursuits, particularly in the areas of finance, geopolitics and development, and research methodologies. Fascinated by China's monumental presence as the world's second-largest economy and its thriving stock market, Shikhar's interests span capital markets, government interventions, policy formulation, and geopolitical dynamics. His active involvement as an associate of the Finance and Investment cell at IIM Indore underscores his commitment to financial literacy and leadership development. Having navigated the nuances of investing in Chinese equities for two years, Shikhar brings a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience to his role as a research intern at the esteemed Institute of Chinese Studies. With a keen analytical mind and a passion for global economics, Shikhar is committed to making meaningful contributions to the institute's research endeavours.

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Analysing the Impact of China’s Crackdown on Stock Market Performance: A Firm-Level Regression Analysis
28 Jul 2025

This study explores the impact of the Chinese government's crackdown on the stock prices of major Chinese technology companies, particularly Alibaba, Tencent, Meituan, Pinduoduo, JD.com, and NetEase.