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Non-hyperbolic discounting and dynamic preference reversal

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In this paper, we present a time-varying and non-stationary but non-hyperbolic discount function that explains dynamic preference reversal. The new discount function emerges from an analysis of intertemporal consumption and… Click to show full abstract

In this paper, we present a time-varying and non-stationary but non-hyperbolic discount function that explains dynamic preference reversal. The new discount function emerges from an analysis of intertemporal consumption and savings choices with mortality risk and an altruistic factor. Our analysis shows that the process of updating survival information may also account for dynamic preference reversal.

Keywords: dynamic preference; non hyperbolic; preference reversal; hyperbolic discounting

Journal Title: Theory and Decision
Year Published: 2019

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