Mark Armstrong

Professor Mark Armstrong is a faculty member in the Department of Economics at University College London (UCL). His research focuses on applied economics, economic theory, and econometrics, with a strong emphasis on consumer behavior in markets, price discrimination strategies, and regulatory policy in telecommunications and other industries. He has contributed extensively to understanding competitive dynamics, two-sided markets, and the implications of behavioral economics for antitrust policies.

His work spans theoretical frameworks and applied analyses, addressing topics such as consumer search behavior, nonlinear pricing, and the impact of information asymmetry on market outcomes. Notably, he has explored issues like predatory pricing, access pricing in telecommunications, and the effects of regulatory policies on market efficiency. His research also touches on open science initiatives like Plan S and their implications for academic publishing.

Professor Armstrong’s publications consistently examine the interplay between economic theory and real-world applications, often with a focus on policy-relevant insights. His contributions have been influential in shaping debates around competition law, consumer protection, and the design of optimal regulatory frameworks.