This paper investigates disclosure by testing if the game theoretic predictions of unravelling theory are borne out in a heretofore unstudied market. We analyse TripAdvisor disclosures from hoteliers across 22 locations (N = 4357). Contrary to theoretical predictions, we find that disclosure...

We consider strategic disclosure and test the unravelling principle in a new market by analysing TripAdvisor admissions made by hoteliers regionally and internationally. We construct a unique dataset and verify disclosures for 4,357 hotels across 22 locations. The major finding is that a...

This paper investigates disclosure by testing if the game theoretic predictions of unravelling theory are borne out in a heretofore unstudied market. We analyse TripAdvisor disclosures from hoteliers across 22 locations (N = 4357). Contrary to theoretical predictions, we find that disclosure...