Ep. 81 Am I Chasing Investment Returns? How Emotions Affect My Investment Decisions

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Not Just Numbers, Mike and Madison discuss why investors often struggle to separate smart long-term strategy from emotional decision-making. Using recent articles on performance chasing and Americans’ preference for real estate over stocks, they explore the “behavior gap,” why familiar investments can feel safer than they really are, and how buying after an investment becomes popular can lead to disappointing results. Mike also explains why owning the biggest, most recognizable companies does not guarantee future jackpot-like returns, and why diversification, discipline, and a clear investment strategy matter more than chasing whatever is working right now.Articles:https://www.wsj.com/finance/investing/the-mind-game-that-investors-cant-stop-playing-e3ad96afhttps://www.pressreader.com/usa/times-record-ft-smith-southwest/20260712/281505052972367