The Economic Effects of a Borrower Bailout: Evidence from an Emerging Market

Published By: BREAD on eSS | Published Date: November, 01 , 2014

The credit market implications and real effects of one the largest borrower bailout programs in history are studied, enacted by the government of India against the backdrop of the 2008–2009 financial crisis. The stimulus program had no effect on productivity, wages or consumption, but led to significant changes in credit allocation and an increase in defaults.

Author(s): Xavier Gene, Martin Kanz | Posted on: Nov 14, 2014 | Views(757) | Download (612)


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