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Why Do We Pay Too Much for Information?

Should we postpone a decision to collect more information or decide based on the information already available? This is a typical dilemma not only in business life. Psychologists have found that most people tend to wait too long and spend too much on information collection. Why is that the case? Our study gives a surprising answer.

Behavioral Science and Corporate Decision-Making: Potential for Improvement?

Applications of behavioural knowledge could play a crucial role in improving corporate decision-making

Why Financial Education Needs a Primer in Behavioral Science

Many people are struggling financially. Figures from the Money Advice Service and DWP show that half of people say that they are worried about their finances, four in 10 people say that they could not easily cover an unexpected bill of £300, and 40% working age people in the UK face inadequate incomes in retirement. [...]

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