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Business Models in the Lending-Based Crowdfunding Industry

In: Banking and Beyond

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  • Stefano Cosma

    (University of Modena and Reggio Emilia)

  • Francesco Pattarin

    (University of Modena and Reggio Emilia)

  • Daniela Pennetta

    (University of Modena and Reggio Emilia)

Abstract

In recent years, lending-based crowdfunding (LBCF) has been analysed from different perspectives but there has been little discussion about the strategies and business models adopted by LBCF companies. The aim of this study is to define a more correct classification of LBCF companies, based on their business models. We find that the existing classification can be improved by simultaneously considering strategic choices concerning target customers (borrowers and lenders), intermediation model and additional risk management services provided by platforms. We analyse an original worldwide sample of 30 LBCF companies and use a clustering algorithm to group them on the basis of financial and commercial fundamentals to identify four business models denoted by strategies, financial services, risk positions and customer target.

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  • Stefano Cosma & Francesco Pattarin & Daniela Pennetta, 2020. "Business Models in the Lending-Based Crowdfunding Industry," Palgrave Macmillan Studies in Banking and Financial Institutions, in: Caterina Cruciani & Gloria Gardenal & Elisa Cavezzali (ed.), Banking and Beyond, chapter 0, pages 191-213, Palgrave Macmillan.
    • Handle: RePEc:pal:pmschp:978-3-030-45752-5_9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-45752-5_9
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