When faced with a “last chance to buy” investment opportunity, 36% of those who own or are considering investments said it would make them more cautious, according to research from the Financial Conduct Authority that found Brits are more likely to spot horror movie warning signs than investment red flags.
Surveying 666 UK 18-40 year olds, the research found 37% said they would feel pressure to buy quickly or risk missing out. This was despite 65% spotting "this is your only chance" as a classic horror warning sign. The pattern also holds for other pressure tactics, the FCA revealed. While 59% recognised countdowns like the ticking clock in Saw as a tactic designed to make characters act rashly, just 5% said they would be suspicious of the pressure created by a rising investment price graph. Nearly half (47%) recognised that horror sequels often bring back familiar threats disgu...
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