Investor Psychology

Six common investing mistakes and why they happen

Since the 1970s, the fields of economics and psychology have been collaborating, creating behavioural finance.

May 2009

Decisions, decisions, decisions,

Have you ever wondered how you make them?
April 2009

Eight weeks that changed the world

This column originally appeared in our advisor publication, the Mackenzie Professional, in late November. Mackenzie’s Chief Investment Officer, Norman Raschkowan, summarized the economic events of September and October 2008.

December 2008

When is the right time to put new money in the market?

That’s a common question right now, as the bear market has driven many stocks to their lowest prices in years. The fact is, no one knows what the equity markets will do in the short term. There are simply too many variables involved.

November 2008

Finding the upside in a down market

Even in a year scarred by market uncertainty, September’s headlines seemed darker than ever. Once-rumoured bank failures turned into cruel reality, stocks tumbled and economists conjured up memories of the Great Depression.
October 2008

When everyone’s selling, it’s time to hold

Investing is as much about psychology, as it is logic and research. That’s why many top fund managers say the best time to invest is when the markets are shrouded in pessimism.
September 2008