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The Psychology of Money: How Behavioral Finance Affects Investment Decisions

  Introduction Investing is often seen as a logical and analytical process—analyzing financial statements, assessing risk, and making data-driven decisions. However, human emotions and cognitive biases play a significant role in shaping investment behavior, often leading to irrational financial choices . Why do investors panic-sell during market crashes? Why do people hold onto losing stocks too long? Why do many follow market trends blindly? These questions highlight the strong connection between psychology and investing . In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the key psychological biases affecting investors, their impact on financial success, and strategies to make more rational decisions for long-term profitability. What You’ll Learn in This Guide: ✅ What behavioral finance is and why psychology matters in investing ✅ The most common cognitive biases investors face ✅ How emotions impact financial decision-making ✅ Strategies to overcome biases and invest rationally ✅ How ...