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Yliarvioineet, also known as overestimations, refer to the tendency of individuals to predict or estimate future events or outcomes with a bias towards higher values than what is statistically likely. This cognitive bias is a common phenomenon in various fields, including finance, psychology, and decision-making. Overestimations can arise from several factors, such as the availability heuristic, where individuals rely on easily accessible information, or the optimism bias, where people tend to be overly optimistic about their future prospects.
In finance, overestimations can lead to irrational investment decisions, as investors may overvalue the potential returns
To mitigate the effects of overestimations, individuals can employ various strategies, such as seeking diverse opinions,