Publication Type

Working Paper

Version

publishedVersion

Publication Date

1-2016

Abstract

We analyze a sequential decision model with endogenous ordering in which decision makers are allowed to choose the time of acting (exercising a risky investment option) or waiting. We show the existence of a unique symmetric equilibrium and characterize information cascade under endogenous ordering. Further, if there are two or more risky investment options, individuals tend to wait longer with competition. Hence, we could end up with a dilemma: more options might be worse.

Keywords

Information Cascade, Endogenous Ordering, Competition

Discipline

Economic Theory | Industrial Organization

Research Areas

Economic Theory

First Page

1

Last Page

30

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