Competition and Digital Platforms Expert Economist Professor Julian Wright Affiliates with Compass Lexecon

Core Insights - Compass Lexecon has announced the affiliation of Professor Julian Wright, enhancing its academic credentials and expertise in various economic fields [1][2][6] Company Overview - Compass Lexecon is a global economic consulting firm with over 700 employees, focusing on antitrust, competition, healthcare, securities, financial markets, and valuation practices [2][6] - FTI Consulting, the parent company of Compass Lexecon, operates in 34 countries with more than 8,300 employees and generated $3.69 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2024 [7] Professor Julian Wright's Expertise - Professor Wright specializes in the economics of digital platforms, competition policy, and strategy, with interests in marketplaces, app stores, booking platforms, search platforms, and payment platforms [3] - His recent research includes strategy and competition policy issues related to data and artificial intelligence [3] - He has served as an expert witness and consultant for regulatory authorities and commercial entities, particularly in digital marketplaces and payment schemes [5] Academic Contributions - Professor Wright has been a Co-Editor of the International Journal of Industrial Organization since 2019 and has published in leading academic journals such as the American Economic Review and the Quarterly Journal of Economics [4]