Part I: Applying Particle Swarm Optimization to Portfolio Optimization -- 1. Utility: Theories and Models -- 2. Portfolio Optimization -- 3. Behavioral Portfolio Theory -- 4. A Comparative Study on PSO with Other Metaheuristic Methods -- 5. Mathematical Model of Particle Swarm Optimization:...

This paper offers new insights into the Italian mutual fund industry. Surveying Italian professionals, we do not only reveal typical gender differences but also detect divergence to their German counterparts. While disclosing Italian professionals’ overly positive self-assessment in general,...

The paper analyses the influence of trade policies on the investment decisions of a representative individual. In particular, the increased uncertainty of future income is considered in the investment behaviour of individuals. The optimal portfolio-decision of a representative working individual...