How being aware of cognitive biases can help make better investing decisions

Understanding cognitive bias can help create rational investor decisions during market volatility. Explore why we overreact during volatile times, leading to poor investment decisions and damaged portfolios.

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David Lewis

David Lewis, 

President, BEworks Research Institute

Manulife Investment Management

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