Regular biography
John Asker is the Armen Alchian Professor of Economics at the University of California, Los Angeles, in the Department of ECON. His research focuses on antitrust policy, cartel behavior, vertical restraints, the competitive impact of mergers, auction design, firm-level productivity, and the effects of industry subsidies. He is also a Co-editor of the American Economic Journal: Microeconomics and a Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research. His work contributes to the field of Industrial Organization.
Scholar-generated biography
John Asker is a Professor of Economics at UCLA, specializing in Industrial Organization and Antitrust. His research explores the dynamics of market structures, firm behavior, and regulatory implications. Key areas include corporate investment, vertical practices, and the impact of artificial intelligence on pricing strategies. Asker's work examines how market power influences resource allocation, competition, and antitrust enforcement. His publications address issues such as exclusive dealing, collusion, and the effects of stock market listings on investment incentives. His research contributes to understanding the interplay between firm strategies and regulatory frameworks in competitive markets.