Optimism and pessimism in games

This paper considers the impact of ambiguity in strategic situations. It extends the earlier literature by allowing for optimistic responses to ambiguity. Ambiguity is modelled by CEU preferences. We propose a new solution concept for players who may express ambiguity-preference. Then we study compa...

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Main Authors: Eichberger, Jürgen (Author) , Kelsey, David (Author)
Format: Book/Monograph Working Paper
Language:English
Published: Exeter Univ. of Exeter, School of Business and Economics 2009
Series:Discussion papers in economics / University of Exeter, School of Business and Economics 09/05
In: Department of Economics discussion papers (09/05)

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Online Access:Verlag, Volltext: http://business-school.exeter.ac.uk/economics/papers/2009/Econ_0905.pdf
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Author Notes:Jürgen Eichberger and David Kelsey
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Summary:This paper considers the impact of ambiguity in strategic situations. It extends the earlier literature by allowing for optimistic responses to ambiguity. Ambiguity is modelled by CEU preferences. We propose a new solution concept for players who may express ambiguity-preference. Then we study comparative statics of changes in ambiguity-attitude in games with strategic complements. This gives a precise statement of the impact of ambiguity on economic behaviour.
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