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This study introduces a novel semi-supervised hidden Markov model (SSHMM) for reject inference in credit scoring. The SSHMM method effectively addresses selection bias in peer-to-peer lending models, improving accuracy and reliability.

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  • Credit Risk Assessment
  • Machine Learning Applications
  • Financial Data Science

Background:

  • Current credit scoring models often suffer from selection bias due to excluding rejected applicants.
  • This bias impacts the statistical and economic validity of credit scoring, particularly in high-rejection-rate environments like peer-to-peer lending.
  • Reject inference is crucial for developing more representative and accurate credit scoring models.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose and evaluate a novel semi-supervised learning framework for reject inference.
  • To address the selection bias inherent in traditional credit scoring models.
  • To enhance the performance and reliability of credit scoring models, especially for peer-to-peer lending platforms.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a semi-supervised hidden Markov model (SSHMM) framework.
  • Application of the SSHMM to infer information from rejected credit applicants.
  • Utilizing real-world data from the Lending Club peer-to-peer lending platform for empirical validation.

Main Results:

  • The proposed SSHMM method demonstrates superior performance compared to existing reject inference approaches.
  • The model exhibits significant stability and adaptability across different datasets and conditions.
  • Empirical results confirm the effectiveness of SSHMM in mitigating selection bias.

Conclusions:

  • The SSHMM framework offers a robust and effective solution for reject inference in credit scoring.
  • This novel approach improves the accuracy and fairness of loan approval processes.
  • The study highlights the potential of semi-supervised learning for addressing data limitations in financial modeling.