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Insights into the field and careers from our programme

Welcome to the blog from Behavioural finance bias awareness programme Explore the articles below to find out more about the field and careers.

Understanding loss aversion in personal finance

This article explores how loss aversion—the tendency to fear losses more than value equivalent gains—skews personal finance decisions. It offers data-driven examples and practical ways to spot and counteract this powerful bias.
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An interview with a quantitative researcher in finance

Quantitative researcher Priya Mehra explains how cognitive bias affects risk models, from data sourcing to final decision. We discussed daily routines, the toughest judgement calls, and advice for future quant analysts.

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An interview with a senior compliance analyst

April 2026
Senior compliance analyst Mei Chen shares how framing bias influences risk reporting, with practical examples and strategies for peer review. The interview covers daily routines, challenges, and advice for new entrants to finance.
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Understanding anchoring bias in negotiation and pricing

This article examines how anchoring bias influences negotiation outcomes and price setting. It details the psychology behind anchoring, gives real negotiation examples, and provides practical tips for resisting this bias.
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An interview with a portfolio manager on groupthink

April 2026

Portfolio manager David Reed shares insights on how groupthink shapes investment committee decisions. We discuss daily routines, challenges to independent thinking, and strategies for encouraging productive dissent.

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An interview with a behavioural finance analyst

April 2026

Analyst Jamie Lin discusses how behavioural finance shapes daily work, from market reviews to cognitive bias mapping. We explored routines, the most persistent challenges, and advice for professionals entering the field.

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