Paper Details

Name: Irrinki Mohan Krishna, Ch. Nissy Vennela, G N Harshita, Lavanya Sindhu & Sahasra
Country: India

Year: 2025
Volume: Volume-12, Issue-2 (July-December)
Page Number: 196-206
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17432835

ABSTRACT
This research explores how investors behave during economic booms and busts, focusing on
psychological biases that influence decision-making.1 By analyzing historical financial data
from the 2008 Global
Financial Crisis and the 2020 COVID-19 crash, the study examines the differences between
retail and
institutional investors.1 Key behavioral patterns such as overconfidence, herd mentality, and
loss aversion are highlighted.1 Case studies provide real-world context, and findings offer
insights into strategies that can mitigate irrational investment behavior during market
turmoil.1 The study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of investor psychology,
helping investors, policymakers, and financial advisors make informed decisions during
volatile periods.1
Key Words: A Behavioral Study of Investor, Financial Crisis, Key Behavioral patterns such
as overconfidence, herd mentality and loss aversion are highlighted.