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Wealth and the empathy problem
Eliza Ronalds-Hannon Feb 28, 2012
The finance world is bored of acting somber, and a new study finds that the wealthy are more likely to lie, cheat, and steal.
How much should I spend? Well, show me a number first.
Tess Vigeland Jan 16, 2012
Behavioral economist Nick Epley at the University of Chicago tells us what "price anchoring" is -- and how numbers influence our judgment.
The psychology of 'price anchoring'
Tess Vigeland Jan 6, 2012
Ever run to the grocery store planning to buy just a gallon of milk, but come out with a cart full of items? A behavior science professor explains the numerical triggers that encourage us to buy more.
Monkeys love discounts too
Craig LeMoult Dec 4, 2011
Researchers at Yale are wondering if spending behavior has something to do with genetics. We learn how monkeys and humans are similar -- and different -- when it comes to plunking down cash.
Facebook's CEO is richer than Steve Jobs
Daryl Paranada Sep 23, 2010
The annual Forbes list of the richest Americans is out. No surprise here, the richest American is Bill Gates, with a net worth of a cool $54...
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