Essays on Behavioral Finance
Abstract
This cumulative dissertation consists of five independent research papers. The first two papers focus on retail investors and their trading behavior in a social environment. The third and fourth papers examine the behavior of professional risk managers and how their decision-making is influenced by specific personality traits. The final paper explores individuals' risk perception during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Financial Markets and Investment Strategies
Decision-Making and Behavioral Economics
Financial Literacy
Pension
Retirement Analysis
Publication details
- Journal / source
- DuEPublico (University of Duisburg-Essen)
- Publication date
- 20 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Thesis