Table 2 EFA results

I revise my portfolio frequently

0.391

0.544

Political developments affect my investment decisions

0.377

0.645

Central banks’ statements have an impact on my investment decisions

0.404

0.619

I analyze world markets when deciding on investments

0.373

0.645

Before buying an investment instrument, I always look at its chart

0.393

0.541

I check my investment account frequently

0.396

0.722

I follow the news about financial markets daily

0.457

0.636

Asset valuations of financial institutions affect my investment decisions

0.432

0.657

I follow the announcements about my financial instruments on official platforms

0.475

0.637

I would like to receive training in technical analysis

0.418

0.576

I research sectoral risks of the financial instruments I will invest in

0.479

0.453

Managing psychology is very important when investing

0.434

0.516

Investing in different financial instruments for a long time reduces the risk of loss

0.341

0.578

Trading every day increases the risk of making mistakes

0.305

0.513

It is important to diversify investment instruments in long-term investments

0.429

0.514

The best strategy for me is to invest in solid companies

0.435

0.479

I patiently wait until I reach my long-term investment goals

0.424

0.718

I keep my calm in sudden decreases in the markets

0.380

0.696

When buying a stock, I consider the financial situation of the company

0.423

0.434

The stock market allows individuals to become partners with companies

0.340

0.553

For me, it is important that the financial instrument is in an uptrend rather than its price when investing

0.319

0.563

Short-term fluctuations do not affect my long-term plans

0.391

0.652

When buying stocks, I research whether companies pay dividends to their investors

0.350

0.425

It is important to invest for the long term to maintain the value of money

0.458

0.627