The unique structure of syndicated lending results in information asymmetries within the lending syndicate between banks of varying degrees of seniority. While previous studies have attempted to use indirect proxy measures to capture the effects of such information asymmetries, in this paper we...

The syndicated loan market allows a more efficient geographical and institutional sharing of risk. Large US and European banks originate loans for emerging market borrowers and allocate them to local banks. Euro area banks have expanded pan-European lending and have found funding outside the...

The unique structure of syndicated lending results in information asymmetries within the lending syndicate between banks of varying degrees of seniority. While previous studies have attempted to use indirect proxy measures to capture the effects of such information asymmetries, in this paper we...

This book examines the development of the international syndicated credits market over the past three decades. Bringing together views of practitioners and academics it provides original answers to unexplored research questions. With extensive coverage and thought-provoking insights, the book is...