The Substitution Effect of Peer-to-Peer Lending: Evidence from Indonesian Provinces
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Purpose – Peer-to-peer (P2P) lending is regarded as a solution to financial exclusion in developing countries, yet robust evidence testing its role as a substitute for traditional banks in these contexts remains scarce. This study provides the first empirical test of this "substitution hypothesis" in Indonesia, examining whether P2P lending grows faster in regions with weaker banking infrastructure. Design/data/methodology – We employ a Two-Way Fixed Effects model on a panel dataset of 31 Indonesian provinces from 2020-2024 (N=1,736). The model identifies the within-province relationship between P2P lending per capita and two banking density measures: bank credit to GRP and bank branches per capita, while controlling for unobserved regional and time-specific factors. Findings – The results provide clear evidence of substitution. P2P lending per capita is significantly higher in provinces with lower banking density, showing a strong negative relationship with both bank credit to GRP (β = -0.098, p < 0.01) and bank branches per capita (β = -7.865, p < 0.001). We also document a strong, independent positive time trend (β = 0.000881, p < 0.001), confirming the sustained growth of the P2P lending market. Originality/value – This study demonstrates that P2P Lending acts as a substitute for banks in Indonesia, not a complement. It provides new causal evidence from an emerging market, shows how local context defines FinTech's role, and offers clear guidance for inclusion policies.
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Ayrıntılar
Birincil Dil
İngilizce
Konular
Mikrofinans
Bölüm
Araştırma Makalesi
Yazarlar
Yayımlanma Tarihi
30 Haziran 2026
Gönderilme Tarihi
30 Kasım 2025
Kabul Tarihi
1 Haziran 2026
Yayımlandığı Sayı
Yıl 2026 Cilt: 4 Sayı: 1