Exploring factors influencing investors decisions in financial markets

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This questionnaire is aimed to describe the behavioral factors that influence individual investors decision making process in the stock market. Finding of this study will help to determine factors influencing investors decisions in financial markets. The data collected through this will be kept confidential as it is an academic research. If you are interested in the findings of this study please provide your email address at the end of the questionnaire.

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* 1. What is your age?

below 18

18 to 24

25 to 34

35 to 54

55 to 74

75 or older

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* 2. What is your gender?

Female

Male

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* 3. What is your marital status?

Single

Married

Divorced

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* 4. What is the highest level of education you have completed?

Secondary school qualifications (e.g. GCSE, A-level etc) and lower

Under-graduate

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

PhD

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Other (please specify)

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* 5. Did you complete any course relevant to trading on the stock exchange?

Yes

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* 6. How often do you monitor your investments?

Daily

Weekly

Monthly

Occasionally

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* 7. In your opinion, how below mentioned factors influence your investment decision making.

	Very much,	Quite a bit,	Somewhat,	A little bit,	Not at all,	N/A
Stock marketability (that can be easily sold).	Stock marketability (that can be easily sold). Very much,	Stock marketability (that can be easily sold). Quite a bit,	Stock marketability (that can be easily sold). Somewhat,	Stock marketability (that can be easily sold). A little bit,	Stock marketability (that can be easily sold). Not at all,	Stock marketability (that can be easily sold). N/A
Tax effect on Profit.	Tax effect on Profit. Very much,	Tax effect on Profit. Quite a bit,	Tax effect on Profit. Somewhat,	Tax effect on Profit. A little bit,	Tax effect on Profit. Not at all,	Tax effect on Profit. N/A
Dividend paid	Dividend paid Very much,	Dividend paid Quite a bit,	Dividend paid Somewhat,	Dividend paid A little bit,	Dividend paid Not at all,	Dividend paid N/A
Financial statement condition.	Financial statement condition. Very much,	Financial statement condition. Quite a bit,	Financial statement condition. Somewhat,	Financial statement condition. A little bit,	Financial statement condition. Not at all,	Financial statement condition. N/A
Expected dividends.	Expected dividends. Very much,	Expected dividends. Quite a bit,	Expected dividends. Somewhat,	Expected dividends. A little bit,	Expected dividends. Not at all,	Expected dividends. N/A
Expected corporate earnings	Expected corporate earnings Very much,	Expected corporate earnings Quite a bit,	Expected corporate earnings Somewhat,	Expected corporate earnings A little bit,	Expected corporate earnings Not at all,	Expected corporate earnings N/A
Stock Price.	Stock Price. Very much,	Stock Price. Quite a bit,	Stock Price. Somewhat,	Stock Price. A little bit,	Stock Price. Not at all,	Stock Price. N/A
Minimizing Risk.	Minimizing Risk. Very much,	Minimizing Risk. Quite a bit,	Minimizing Risk. Somewhat,	Minimizing Risk. A little bit,	Minimizing Risk. Not at all,	Minimizing Risk. N/A

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* 8. In your opinion how below mentioned factors influence your investment decision making.

	Strongly agree,	I agree,	Undecided,	I disagree,	Definitely disagree	N/A
You buy ‘hot’ stocks and avoid stocks that have performed poorly in the recent past.	You buy ‘hot’ stocks and avoid stocks that have performed poorly in the recent past. Strongly agree,	You buy ‘hot’ stocks and avoid stocks that have performed poorly in the recent past. I agree,	You buy ‘hot’ stocks and avoid stocks that have performed poorly in the recent past. Undecided,	You buy ‘hot’ stocks and avoid stocks that have performed poorly in the recent past. I disagree,	You buy ‘hot’ stocks and avoid stocks that have performed poorly in the recent past. Definitely disagree	You buy ‘hot’ stocks and avoid stocks that have performed poorly in the recent past. N/A
You use trend analysis of some representative stocks to make investment decisions for all stocks that you invest.	You use trend analysis of some representative stocks to make investment decisions for all stocks that you invest. Strongly agree,	You use trend analysis of some representative stocks to make investment decisions for all stocks that you invest. I agree,	You use trend analysis of some representative stocks to make investment decisions for all stocks that you invest. Undecided,	You use trend analysis of some representative stocks to make investment decisions for all stocks that you invest. I disagree,	You use trend analysis of some representative stocks to make investment decisions for all stocks that you invest. Definitely disagree	You use trend analysis of some representative stocks to make investment decisions for all stocks that you invest. N/A
You study about the market fundamentals of underlying stocks before making investment decisions.	You study about the market fundamentals of underlying stocks before making investment decisions. Strongly agree,	You study about the market fundamentals of underlying stocks before making investment decisions. I agree,	You study about the market fundamentals of underlying stocks before making investment decisions. Undecided,	You study about the market fundamentals of underlying stocks before making investment decisions. I disagree,	You study about the market fundamentals of underlying stocks before making investment decisions. Definitely disagree	You study about the market fundamentals of underlying stocks before making investment decisions. N/A
You rely on your previous experiences in the market for your next investment.	You rely on your previous experiences in the market for your next investment. Strongly agree,	You rely on your previous experiences in the market for your next investment. I agree,	You rely on your previous experiences in the market for your next investment. Undecided,	You rely on your previous experiences in the market for your next investment. I disagree,	You rely on your previous experiences in the market for your next investment. Definitely disagree	You rely on your previous experiences in the market for your next investment. N/A
Market information is important for your stock investment.	Market information is important for your stock investment. Strongly agree,	Market information is important for your stock investment. I agree,	Market information is important for your stock investment. Undecided,	Market information is important for your stock investment. I disagree,	Market information is important for your stock investment. Definitely disagree	Market information is important for your stock investment. N/A
You put the past trends of stocks under your consideration for your investment.	You put the past trends of stocks under your consideration for your investment. Strongly agree,	You put the past trends of stocks under your consideration for your investment. I agree,	You put the past trends of stocks under your consideration for your investment. Undecided,	You put the past trends of stocks under your consideration for your investment. I disagree,	You put the past trends of stocks under your consideration for your investment. Definitely disagree	You put the past trends of stocks under your consideration for your investment. N/A
You consider the information from your close friends and relatives as the reliable reference for your investment decisions.	You consider the information from your close friends and relatives as the reliable reference for your investment decisions. Strongly agree,	You consider the information from your close friends and relatives as the reliable reference for your investment decisions. I agree,	You consider the information from your close friends and relatives as the reliable reference for your investment decisions. Undecided,	You consider the information from your close friends and relatives as the reliable reference for your investment decisions. I disagree,	You consider the information from your close friends and relatives as the reliable reference for your investment decisions. Definitely disagree	You consider the information from your close friends and relatives as the reliable reference for your investment decisions. N/A
You usually react quickly to the changes of other investors’ decisions and follow their reactions to the stock market.	You usually react quickly to the changes of other investors’ decisions and follow their reactions to the stock market. Strongly agree,	You usually react quickly to the changes of other investors’ decisions and follow their reactions to the stock market. I agree,	You usually react quickly to the changes of other investors’ decisions and follow their reactions to the stock market. Undecided,	You usually react quickly to the changes of other investors’ decisions and follow their reactions to the stock market. I disagree,	You usually react quickly to the changes of other investors’ decisions and follow their reactions to the stock market. Definitely disagree	You usually react quickly to the changes of other investors’ decisions and follow their reactions to the stock market. N/A
Other investors’ decisions of choosing stock types have impact on your investment decisions.	Other investors’ decisions of choosing stock types have impact on your investment decisions. Strongly agree,	Other investors’ decisions of choosing stock types have impact on your investment decisions. I agree,	Other investors’ decisions of choosing stock types have impact on your investment decisions. Undecided,	Other investors’ decisions of choosing stock types have impact on your investment decisions. I disagree,	Other investors’ decisions of choosing stock types have impact on your investment decisions. Definitely disagree	Other investors’ decisions of choosing stock types have impact on your investment decisions. N/A
You avoid selling shares that have decreased in value and readily sell shares that have increased in value.	You avoid selling shares that have decreased in value and readily sell shares that have increased in value. Strongly agree,	You avoid selling shares that have decreased in value and readily sell shares that have increased in value. I agree,	You avoid selling shares that have decreased in value and readily sell shares that have increased in value. Undecided,	You avoid selling shares that have decreased in value and readily sell shares that have increased in value. I disagree,	You avoid selling shares that have decreased in value and readily sell shares that have increased in value. Definitely disagree	You avoid selling shares that have decreased in value and readily sell shares that have increased in value. N/A
You believe that your skills and knowledge of stock market can help you to outperform the market.	You believe that your skills and knowledge of stock market can help you to outperform the market. Strongly agree,	You believe that your skills and knowledge of stock market can help you to outperform the market. I agree,	You believe that your skills and knowledge of stock market can help you to outperform the market. Undecided,	You believe that your skills and knowledge of stock market can help you to outperform the market. I disagree,	You believe that your skills and knowledge of stock market can help you to outperform the market. Definitely disagree	You believe that your skills and knowledge of stock market can help you to outperform the market. N/A
You ignore the connection between different investment possibilities.	You ignore the connection between different investment possibilities. Strongly agree,	You ignore the connection between different investment possibilities. I agree,	You ignore the connection between different investment possibilities. Undecided,	You ignore the connection between different investment possibilities. I disagree,	You ignore the connection between different investment possibilities. Definitely disagree	You ignore the connection between different investment possibilities. N/A
Other investors’ decisions of buying and selling stocks have impact on your investment decisions.	Other investors’ decisions of buying and selling stocks have impact on your investment decisions. Strongly agree,	Other investors’ decisions of buying and selling stocks have impact on your investment decisions. I agree,	Other investors’ decisions of buying and selling stocks have impact on your investment decisions. Undecided,	Other investors’ decisions of buying and selling stocks have impact on your investment decisions. I disagree,	Other investors’ decisions of buying and selling stocks have impact on your investment decisions. Definitely disagree	Other investors’ decisions of buying and selling stocks have impact on your investment decisions. N/A
You tend to treat each element of your investment portfolio separately.	You tend to treat each element of your investment portfolio separately. Strongly agree,	You tend to treat each element of your investment portfolio separately. I agree,	You tend to treat each element of your investment portfolio separately. Undecided,	You tend to treat each element of your investment portfolio separately. I disagree,	You tend to treat each element of your investment portfolio separately. Definitely disagree	You tend to treat each element of your investment portfolio separately. N/A
After a prior gain, you are more risk seeking than usual.	After a prior gain, you are more risk seeking than usual. Strongly agree,	After a prior gain, you are more risk seeking than usual. I agree,	After a prior gain, you are more risk seeking than usual. Undecided,	After a prior gain, you are more risk seeking than usual. I disagree,	After a prior gain, you are more risk seeking than usual. Definitely disagree	After a prior gain, you are more risk seeking than usual. N/A
After a prior loss, you become more risk averse.	After a prior loss, you become more risk averse. Strongly agree,	After a prior loss, you become more risk averse. I agree,	After a prior loss, you become more risk averse. Undecided,	After a prior loss, you become more risk averse. I disagree,	After a prior loss, you become more risk averse. Definitely disagree	After a prior loss, you become more risk averse. N/A
You feel more sorrow about holding losing stocks too long than about selling winning stocks too soon.	You feel more sorrow about holding losing stocks too long than about selling winning stocks too soon. Strongly agree,	You feel more sorrow about holding losing stocks too long than about selling winning stocks too soon. I agree,	You feel more sorrow about holding losing stocks too long than about selling winning stocks too soon. Undecided,	You feel more sorrow about holding losing stocks too long than about selling winning stocks too soon. I disagree,	You feel more sorrow about holding losing stocks too long than about selling winning stocks too soon. Definitely disagree	You feel more sorrow about holding losing stocks too long than about selling winning stocks too soon. N/A
You consider carefully the price changes of stocks that you intend to invest in.	You consider carefully the price changes of stocks that you intend to invest in. Strongly agree,	You consider carefully the price changes of stocks that you intend to invest in. I agree,	You consider carefully the price changes of stocks that you intend to invest in. Undecided,	You consider carefully the price changes of stocks that you intend to invest in. I disagree,	You consider carefully the price changes of stocks that you intend to invest in. Definitely disagree	You consider carefully the price changes of stocks that you intend to invest in. N/A
You forecast the changes in stock prices in the future based on the recent stock prices.	You forecast the changes in stock prices in the future based on the recent stock prices. Strongly agree,	You forecast the changes in stock prices in the future based on the recent stock prices. I agree,	You forecast the changes in stock prices in the future based on the recent stock prices. Undecided,	You forecast the changes in stock prices in the future based on the recent stock prices. I disagree,	You forecast the changes in stock prices in the future based on the recent stock prices. Definitely disagree	You forecast the changes in stock prices in the future based on the recent stock prices. N/A

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* 9. Please give your opinion on your investment performance:

	Strongly disagree	Disagree	Neutral/ Neither agree nor disagree	Agree	Strongly agree	N/A
Your rate of return is equal to or higherthan the average return rate of the market.	Your rate of return is equal to or higherthan the average return rate of the market. Strongly disagree	Your rate of return is equal to or higherthan the average return rate of the market. Disagree	Your rate of return is equal to or higherthan the average return rate of the market. Neutral/ Neither agree nor disagree	Your rate of return is equal to or higherthan the average return rate of the market. Agree	Your rate of return is equal to or higherthan the average return rate of the market. Strongly agree	Your rate of return is equal to or higherthan the average return rate of the market. N/A
You feel satisfied with your investment decisions in the last year (including selling, buying, choosing stocks, and deciding the stock volumes).	You feel satisfied with your investment decisions in the last year (including selling, buying, choosing stocks, and deciding the stock volumes). Strongly disagree	You feel satisfied with your investment decisions in the last year (including selling, buying, choosing stocks, and deciding the stock volumes). Disagree	You feel satisfied with your investment decisions in the last year (including selling, buying, choosing stocks, and deciding the stock volumes). Neutral/ Neither agree nor disagree	You feel satisfied with your investment decisions in the last year (including selling, buying, choosing stocks, and deciding the stock volumes). Agree	You feel satisfied with your investment decisions in the last year (including selling, buying, choosing stocks, and deciding the stock volumes). Strongly agree	You feel satisfied with your investment decisions in the last year (including selling, buying, choosing stocks, and deciding the stock volumes). N/A
The return rate of your recent stock investment meets your expectation.	The return rate of your recent stock investment meets your expectation. Strongly disagree	The return rate of your recent stock investment meets your expectation. Disagree	The return rate of your recent stock investment meets your expectation. Neutral/ Neither agree nor disagree	The return rate of your recent stock investment meets your expectation. Agree	The return rate of your recent stock investment meets your expectation. Strongly agree	The return rate of your recent stock investment meets your expectation. N/A

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* 10. If you are interested in the findings of this study please provide your email address.

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