Thomas Philippon
Finance professor and economist at NYU Stern School of Business; author of "The Great Reversal: How America Gave Up on Free Markets."
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Jan 21, 2026 • 46min
S3 E3: The Great Reversal, Europe and the US with Thomas Philippon from NYU Stern
Join Thomas Philippon, a finance professor at NYU Stern and author of The Great Reversal, as he dives into the nuances of market dynamics. He discusses his academic journey from physics to economics and the impact of rising corporate concentration on labor shares. Thomas debates whether high profits spur innovation or signal weakened competition, especially in tech. He analyzes the contrasting productivity trends between the US and Europe and shares insights on the future of regulation and research in economics.
Nov 12, 2019 • 1h 14min
How America gave up on free markets with Thomas Philippon
Thomas Philippon, a finance professor at NYU Stern and author of "The Great Reversal," dives into America's shift from competitive markets to consolidation. He discusses how consumer prices, particularly in healthcare and tech, have risen unnoticed due to market concentration. The conversation highlights the contrasting market dynamics between the U.S. and Europe, the challenges posed by tech giants, and the need for updated antitrust frameworks. With insights into Amazon's unique market role, Philippon emphasizes the importance of strengthening competition for consumer welfare.
