Financial literacy in predicting investment decisions
Do Attitude and Overconfidence Influence
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 6005833 |
|---|---|
| Authors | H Maheshwari (0009-0002-9108-0677, Siksha O Anusandhan University), Anup K Samantaray (Siksha O Anusandhan University), Rashmi Ranjan Panigrahi (0000-0002-2199-293X, GITAM University), Lalatendu Kesari Jena (0000-0002-8610-3865, SRM University) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 52 |
| Issue | 2 |
| Pages | 220-235 |
| Publication date | 2025-01-22 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | International Journal of Social Economics (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0306-8293 • E-ISSN: 1758-6712 |
| Publisher | Emerald (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1108/ijse-05-2023-0370 |
| OpenAlex | W4398171119 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 4 |
| References cited | 56 |
Purpose The significance of financial literacy (FL) in deciding how to allocate one’s investment capital has recently attracted much attention from various market participants and stakeholders. The study examines how FL affects individual investors' investment decisions (ID) in emerging markets. Additionally, the study investigates the potential mediating effects of attitude (ATT) and overconfidence bias (OCB) on the association between FL and ID. Design/methodology/approach The study employed a structured questionnaire to collect data from 311 individual investors in India, using both convenience and snowball sampling methods. The collected data were analysed using Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) and processed through SMART PLS 4.0 software to test the study’s hypotheses. Findings FL alone may not greatly affect ID, but the study enhances understanding of investor behaviour by examining how ATT and OCB mediate the link between FL and ID. The findings imply that FL, combined with positive ATT and overconfidence, empowers individual investors with the knowledge and skills for appropriate decision-making. Practical implications This research would benefit financial institutions, financial experts, and individual investors in India since it enables them to evaluate the causes and biases affecting their IDs and manage their portfolios accordingly. Policymakers should develop appropriate FL programs for investors to make informed decisions to achieve financial well-being. Originality/value The paper is exceptional in its approach as it delves into the mediating function of ATT and OCB in the intricate association between FL and ID. This innovative approach sets it apart from other studies in the field, making it a unique contribution to literature. Peer review The peer review history for this article is available at: https://publons.com/publon/10.1108/IJSE-05-2023-0370
Behavioral economics · Business · Economics · Financial literacy · Investment Decisions · Overconfidence effect · Political science · Politics · Financial Literacy, Pension, Retirement Analysis · Financial Markets and Investment Strategies · Insurance and Financial Risk Management · Psychology · Social Psychology · Finance
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| Unique citing works | 4 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 4 |
| Citation span | 2025 - 2026 (2) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 4 |