Journal of Risk

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Risk premium and non-smooth utility

Sjur Didrik Flåm

ABSTRACT

Criticism of expected utility theory emphasizes the asymmetry between gains and losses. Also stressed is the role of actual wealth. These aspects invite special scrutiny of risk aversion, whether in the small or in the large, at a reference point, called the status quo, wherutility is non-smooth.

 

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