Awaya, Yu; Fukai, Hiroki; Watanabe, Makoto - 2017 - The first draft: October 7, 2017
This paper presents a simple equilibrium model in which collateralized credit emerges endogenously. Just like in repos, individuals cannot commit to the use of collateral as a guarantee of repayment, and both lenders and borrowers have incentives to renege. Our theory provides a micro-foundation...