The Influence of Behavioral Finance on Investment Decisions: A Systematic Literature Review

Siska Yuli Anita

doi:10.62207/f1zcvm61

Authors

Siska Yuli Anita UIN Raden Intan Lampung, Indonesia Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.62207/f1zcvm61

Keywords:

Portfolio Performance, Retail Investors, Institutional Investors, Behavioral Finance, Portfolio Management, Investment Decision Making

Abstract

This research explores the impact of overconfidence on portfolio performance, with a focus on comparisons between retail and institutional investors through a systematic literature review approach. Overconfidence, as one of the main cognitive biases in behavioral finance, often influences investment decisions and portfolio results. This study identifies and analyzes how overconfidence affects retail and institutional investors differently, as well as its impact on portfolio management and investment policy. The findings show that retail investors, with limited knowledge and resources, tend to be more affected by overconfidence, which negatively impacts their portfolio performance. In contrast, institutional investors have access to better information and analytical tools, so they are better able to manage the impact of overconfidence. This research makes an important contribution to the behavioral finance literature by filling the knowledge gap regarding the differences in the impact of overconfidence between the two types of investors and offering practical insights for investment managers and market regulators. Limitations of the study and suggestions for future research are also discussed to expand understanding of this phenomenon.

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