Martin Peitz

Martin Peitz is Professor of Economics at the University of Mannheim and director of the Mannheim Centre for Competition and Innovation (MaCCI). He previously served as head of the Department of Economics (2010-2013), Academic Director of the Centre on Regulation in Europe (2012-2016), and member of the European Commission's Economic Advisory Group on Competition Policy (2013-2016).

His research centers on Industrial Organization, Competition Policy, and Platform Economics, with significant contributions through co-authored textbooks including Industrial Organization: Markets and Strategies (Cambridge University Press, 2nd ed., 2015) and The Economics of Platforms: Concepts and Strategy (2021). His work examines strategic market behavior, digital platform dynamics, and regulatory frameworks affecting competition and innovation.

Analysis of his recent publications reveals concentrated focus on digital platform regulation, particularly consumer recommendation systems, price parity clauses, and information disclosure mechanisms. His research consistently addresses how platform design and business practices impact consumer welfare and competitive dynamics, providing critical insights for antitrust authorities navigating digital market complexities.

As director of MaCCI, Peitz oversees a research hub dedicated to advancing competition and innovation studies through interdisciplinary collaboration between academics, policymakers, and industry stakeholders, facilitating policy-relevant events and bridging academic research with real-world regulatory challenges.