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Investment Behavior and Financial Awareness Survey Insights

A survey of 40 respondents examined how people invest, monitor portfolios, and gather financial information. Here are the key insights:

Demographics

Male: 25 | Female: 15

Average Age: 27.8 years

Investment Participation

Mutual Funds: Most popular, easy access, lower risk

Equities: Dominated by 25–35 age group

Monitoring: Monthly (majority), weekly/daily (fewer)

Investment Objectives

Capital Appreciation: 65% (long-term wealth growth)

Growth: 27.5% (structured financial planning)

Income: 7.5% (dividends/passive income)

Sources of Financial Information

Financial consultants (most trusted)

Newspapers & magazines

Television

Internet (least utilized — opportunity for digital education)

Key Insights

Stability and long-term growth are preferred over speculation

Investment participation increases with age

Professional advice plays a critical role

Recommendations

Improve financial literacy for younger investors

Expand access to digital financial education

Encourage gender-inclusive investment initiatives

Promote equity investment knowledge

Financial awareness is growing, and data-driven insights help guide the next generation of investors.

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