Stock markets tend to rise in the week after a blockbuster movie opens
Blockbuster movie releases were followed by significantly higher US stock market returns the next week, along with lower expected volatility and risk aversion, and the pattern also appeared in international markets.
Why We Can’t Stop Adding: New Research Examines “Additive Bias”
A new study reveals our deep-rooted preference for adding rather than subtracting, with significant implications for decision-making and problem-solving.
Online Chess Players Avoid Opponents from Hostile Nations During Conflicts
Players from countries involved in conflicts avoid opponents from hostile nations, and adopt safer, more cautious strategies when they do play.
Mental Disorders in Teens May Spread Through Peer Networks
A recent study reveals that adolescents are at a higher risk of developing mental disorders if they have classmates with such diagnoses, suggesting that peer influence plays a significant role in the transmission of mental health issues.
AI Outperforms Humans in Financial Analysis
A new research paper finds that AI tools such as GPT-4 can outperform human financial analysts in predicting future earnings by analyzing financial statements.
Lateral Moves Enhance Career Advancement and Pay
A new study reveals that lateral job moves significantly enhance promotion prospects and salary growth.
Is the Scientific Method as Crucial as We Believe? Maybe Not
A new study reveals that many groundbreaking discoveries did not adhere strictly to the textbook definition of the “scientific method.”
About 60% of older people think they look younger than their same-age peers
In a twist on the “better-than-average” effect, a new study finds that nearly 60% of older Americans believe they look younger than their same-age peers.
Violent lyrics increase aggression
A new study finds that violent lyrics in music significantly increase aggressive thoughts and behaviors, while prosocial lyrics reduce hostility.