Johann Eekhoff (born 1942) is a German economist notable for his contributions to the fields of industrial organization, competition policy, and European economic integration. He has held academic and advisory positions within German research institutions and governmental bodies.
Academic career
Eekhoff has been associated with the University of Cologne, where he served as a professor of economics, focusing on market regulation and competition law. His scholarly work includes articles and books on antitrust policy, the economics of regulation, and the impact of European Union enlargement on national economies.
Research and advisory roles
Eekhoff has held senior roles at the Ifo Institute for Economic Research (Institut für Wirtschaftsforschung), one of Germany’s leading economic think‑tanks. In this capacity, he contributed to macro‑economic analysis and policy recommendations for industry and government.
Public service
From the mid‑1990s to the early 2000s, Eekhoff was a member of the German Council of Economic Experts (Rat für die deutsche Wirtschaft), an independent advisory board that provides quarterly economic assessments to the federal government and the Bundestag. His tenure on the council involved evaluating fiscal policy, structural reforms, and competition policy within Germany and the broader European context.
Publications
Eekhoff’s publications address topics such as market concentration, the role of competition authorities, and the economic consequences of regulatory reforms. His works are frequently cited in academic literature on European competition law and industrial policy.
Recognition
Throughout his career, Eekhoff has been recognized for his expertise in economic policy and competition matters, often consulted by governmental committees and European institutions.
Note: Specific dates of birth, tenure, and publication titles are not exhaustively documented in publicly available encyclopedic sources; the information provided reflects the generally acknowledged scope of Johann Eekhoff’s professional activities.