129: Behavioural Finance | Special Guest Dr. Lisa Kramer

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Barenaked Money

Verecan Capital Management Inc.

31 episodes

1 week ago

Slip into something more comfortable and delve into personal finance with Josh Sheluk and Colin White, experienced portfolio managers at Verecan Capital Management. Each episode demystifies complex financial topics, stripping them to their bare essentials. From investment strategies and financial planning to economic headlines and philanthropic giving, delivered with a blend of insight, transparency, and a touch of humour. Perfect for anyone looking to understand and navigate their financial future with confidence. Subscribe now to stay informed, empowered, and entertained. Verecan Capital Management Inc. is registered as a Portfolio Manager in all provinces in Canada except Manitoba.

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129: Behavioural Finance | Special Guest Dr. Lisa Kramer

Barenaked Money

34 minutes

6 months ago

129: Behavioural Finance | Special Guest Dr. Lisa Kramer

Understanding Behavioral Finance with Lisa Kramer: From Seasonal Affective Disorder to Overconfidence

In this episode of Barenaked Money, host Colin White from Verecan Capital Management interview Lisa Kramer, the inaugural Verecan Chair in Behavioural Finance at the University of Toronto. They discuss the importance of behavioural finance, which integrates psychology into economic and financial contexts to understand decision-making processes. Key topics include the impact of sunlight on financial risk preferences, the differences between behavioural economics and behavioural finance, and practical advice for mitigating the effects of seasonal mood changes on investment decisions. Lisa also shares her research on the broader implications of overconfidence in trading. The episode emphasizes the need for awareness and informed decision-making in personal finance.

00:00 Introduction to Barenaked Money
00:16 Special Guest: Lisa Kramer
00:50 Behavioural Finance and Its Importance
02:49 Behavioural Finance vs. Behavioural Economics
05:35 Seasonal Effects on Financial Decisions
10:42 Strategies to Mitigate Behavioural Biases
21:47 Financial Decision Making
32:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts