The Role of Domestic and Foreign Investors in a Simple Model of Speculative Attacks

Author/Editor:

Cees G. H. Diks ; Dennis P Botman

Publication Date:

October 1, 2005

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

We introduce local and foreign investors in a simple model of speculative attacks. Local investors have less tolerance for overvaluation of the fixed exchange rate because they tend to incur lower costs when taking a short position and possess better information, and because of moral hazard created by discriminatory government guarantees. On the other hand, the prospect of higher taxation after a balance of payments crisis deters speculation by locals compared to foreign investors. Finally, the lower the degree of exchange rate pass-through, the more likely domestic investors are tp take the lead during capital flight.

Series:

Working Paper No. 2005/205

Subject:

English

Publication Date:

October 1, 2005

ISBN/ISSN:

9781451862249/1018-5941

Stock No:

WPIEA2005205

Pages:

24

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