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Measuring the Default Risk of Small Business Loans: Improved Credit Risk Prediction Using Deep Learning

Journal of Forecasting, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This paper proposes a multilayer artificial neural network (ANN) method to predict the probability of default (PD) within a survival analysis framework. The ANN method captures hidden interconnections among covariates that influence PD, potentially leading to improved predictive performance compared to both logit and skewed logit models.
Yiannis Dendramis, Elias Tzavalis, Aikaterini Cheimarioti   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Water Shortage and Mitigation Solutions: A Focus on New Physical and Financial Hedging Tools

Journal of Futures Markets, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Climate change, water mismanagement, and overconsumption are intensifying droughts and water shortages worldwide. Beyond health risks, water scarcity threatens food security, disrupts agriculture, and can fuel conflicts—underscoring the need for sustainable water management.
Nicola Bartolini, Silvia Romagnoli, Amia Santini   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source