Matteo Merlo
Matteo Merlo
Hi, welcome to my webpage!
I am a Postdoctoral Researcher in Accounting at the Erasmus School of Economics, Erasmus University Rotterdam. I will complete my PhD in Accounting at the University of Bologna in Spring 2026. During 2023–2024, I spent an academic semester as a visiting PHD at Erasmus School of Economics.
My research focuses on the role of reporting regulation in shaping corporate decision-making. In particular, I am interested in the real effects of regulatory changes in accounting standards, and how disclosure and reporting rules influence firm behavior, resource allocation, and ultimately market outcomes.
In addition to my research, I enjoy leading an active lifestyle. I practice boxing, bouldering, and other sports.
Education
2026 (exp.) - PhD in Management (Accounting track), University of Bologna - Alma Mater Studiorum (Italy)
2024 - Visiting PhD Student at Erasmus School of Economics, Erasmus University Rotterdam (Netherlands)
2020 - MSc in Accounting, University of Bologna - Alma Mater Studiorum (Italy)
2018 - BSc in Business Administration, University of Rome Three (Italy)
Contact
Office address:
E building
Burgemeester Oudlaan 50, 3062PA, Rotterdam (NL)
Mail: merlo@ese.eur.nl