Behavioural economics: The great jam experiment

Schemes taking lessons from supermarkets

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Before they get into your wallet, supermarkets first get into your head. Andrew Short investigates how the same methods of behavioural finance can be used to encourage saving.

At your next visit to the supermarket take a look around and you’ll notice how every thing is planned to make it easier for you to part with your cash. There are cheaper items hidden away on low...

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