Alan Auerbach

Professor Alan Auerbach is a leading figure in taxation and public finance, known for his foundational contributions to corporate and capital income tax research. He has delivered prestigious lectures, including the IFS Annual Lecture in 2006, and participated in high-profile tax design projects like the Mirrlees Review.

His research focuses on Taxation, Corporate Finance, and Tax Reform, exploring welfare implications of tax policies, equity-efficiency trade-offs, and long-term fiscal sustainability. His work spans theoretical and applied analyses, influencing debates on broad-based income taxes and savings taxation.

Auerbach's recent and historical publications (2006-2015) highlight trends in capital income taxation, corporate tax design, and tax policy frameworks, reflecting his expertise in aligning economic theory with real-world fiscal challenges. These works often address systemic inefficiencies and propose reforms for equitable tax systems.