Harsh Acharya

Harsh Acharya is a Research Analyst at Diamond Hill Capital Management, Inc., based in Columbus, Ohio, where he has contributed since 2013. He specializes in equity research for the diversified industrials sector, analyzing major global manufacturers and industrial companies to support investment decisions for Diamond Hill’s institutional and retail clients. Harsh is known for his deep fundamental analysis and rigorous approach to evaluating supply chain dynamics, operational efficiencies, and long-term competitive advantages within the industrials space.

Before joining Diamond Hill, Harsh served as an Equity Research Associate covering Electric Utilities and Independent Power at BMO Capital Markets from 2006 to 2012, where he gained substantial experience in asset-heavy sectors and regulatory environments. He also held an instructional role at The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business, sharing his industry expertise in 2018.

Harsh holds an MBA in Finance from Fordham University and a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting, Law from the University of Mumbai. He is also a Chartered Accountant, and has completed education programs at Columbia University and the CFA Institute, underscoring his commitment to professional development and excellence in investment analysis. His career is marked by a focus on global industrials, utilities, and energy-related equities, and he is recognized for significant contributions to the investment research industry through his thought leadership and sector expertise.