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Modern Influences on Retail Investor Behavior

Title: Modern Influences on Retail Investor Behavior

Term Paper , 2023 , 27 Pages , Grade: 1,5

Autor:in: Jakob Kolbe (Author)

Business economics - Investment and Finance
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This paper examines the modern influences impacting retail investor behavior, concentrating on three primary areas: neo-brokers and payment for order flow (PFOF), social media platforms, and smartphones. The landscape for retail investors has evolved dramatically due to these factors.

The paper begins by laying a theoretical foundation for understanding retail investor behavior, comparing rational investment models with the practical realities shaped by various biases. It delves into the role of neo-brokers, highlighting their innovative business models, user-friendly interfaces, and the implications of PFOF. The discussion addresses how these platforms alter investor engagement and decision-making processes.

The influence of social media platforms, including Reddit's WallStreetBets, Twitter, and Seeking Alpha, is explored in depth. The paper considers the ways social media transforms information dissemination and interaction among retail investors, shaping their investment strategies and behaviors.

Additionally, the paper investigates the impact of smartphones on trading habits, focusing on how mobile technology facilitates increased engagement and accessibility. It discusses the behavioral changes prompted by the convenience of mobile trading and the psychological and cognitive effects associated with it.

In conclusion, the paper offers recommendations for regulatory and educational measures to address the challenges posed by these modern influences. It emphasizes the importance of promoting informed and rational investment decisions in the context of rapidly evolving technology and market practices.

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Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

  • Introduction
  • Retail Investor Behavior
    • Rational Investor Behavior in Theory
    • Retail Investor Behavior in the Real World
  • Modern Influences on Retail Investor Behavior
    • Payment for Order Flow and Neo-brokers
    • Social Media Platforms
    • Smartphones
  • Conclusion and Outlook

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This paper aims to examine the impact of modern influences on retail investor behavior, specifically focusing on the role of neo-brokers, social media platforms, and smartphones. The research explores how these developments have transformed the investment landscape and how retail investors are exposed to these influences.

  • The changing landscape of retail investing
  • The influence of neo-brokers on retail investor behavior
  • The role of social media platforms in shaping investment decisions
  • The impact of smartphone usage on retail investor behavior
  • The application of traditional financial theory to real-world retail investor behavior

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

  • Chapter 1: Introduction This chapter sets the stage for the paper by highlighting the significant changes in the retail investment environment and introducing the three modern influences that will be examined. It also outlines the paper's structure and research methodology.
  • Chapter 2: Retail Investor Behavior This chapter explores the theoretical foundation of retail investor behavior, drawing on traditional financial literature and theory. It discusses the concept of rational investor behavior and its practical application, followed by an analysis of real-world retail investor behavior, highlighting the discrepancy between theory and practice.
  • Chapter 3: Modern Influences on Retail Investor Behavior This chapter dives into the three key influences on retail investor behavior: Payment for Order Flow and Neo-brokers, Social Media Platforms, and Smartphones. It provides an overview of each influence and discusses its impact on retail investor decisions.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The main keywords and focus topics of this paper include retail investor behavior, neo-brokers, payment for order flow, social media platforms, smartphones, financial theory, portfolio diversification, and investor biases.

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Title
Modern Influences on Retail Investor Behavior
College
University of Frankfurt (Main)  (Lehrstuhl für Personal Finance)
Course
Personal Finance
Grade
1,5
Author
Jakob Kolbe (Author)
Publication Year
2023
Pages
27
Catalog Number
V1478408
ISBN (PDF)
9783389027486
ISBN (Book)
9783389027493
Language
English
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Jakob Kolbe (Author), 2023, Modern Influences on Retail Investor Behavior, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1478408
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