A Classification of Online Bidders in a Private Value Auction: Evidence from eBay
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In traditional auctions, it is often assumed that bidders are a homogenous group. However, since most online bidders are average consumers instead of professional bidders, we suspect that online bidders are a heterogeneous group. The purpose of this paper is to explore the types of online bidders based on their real bidding behaviors in a popular auction site. A cluster analysis is employed and four types of online bidders are finally identified in a private value auction, namely, goal-driven bidders, experiential bidders, playful bidders, and opportunistic bidders. The profile and performance of each group are also discussed.
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