Die Finanzmarktkrise der Jahre 2007 hat gezeigt, dass Vertrauen im Finanzsektor von existenzieller Bedeutung ist und mangelndes Vertrauen seitens der Kunden dem Bankenapparat nachhaltig schaden kann. Vor diesem Hintergrund liefert das Buch eine wissenschaftlich fundierte Analyse des...

We develop a theory of trust in lending, distinguishing between trust and reputation, and use it to analyze the competitive interactions between banks and non-bank lenders (fintech firms). Trust enables lenders to have assured access to financing, whereas a loss of investor trust makes this...

We document that trust in public institutions--and particularly trust in banks, business and government--has declined over recent years. U.S. time series evidence suggests that this partly reflects the pro-cyclical nature of trust in institutions. Cross-country comparisons reveal a clear legacy...