Anxious Quote by Benjamin Graham
“The investor has a right to expect good results to flow from a consistent and courageous application of the principle of buying after the market has declined substantially and selling after it has had a spectacular rise. But he cannot expect to reduce this principle to a simple and foolproof formula, with profits guaranteed and no anxious periods.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Intelligent Investor, 1949
Investors should buy after market drops and sell after peaks, but must accept volatility and that no foolproof formula guarantees profit.
In simple terms: Buy low, sell high, but expect ups and downs.
Key Takeaway
Embrace disciplined buying and selling while managing risk.
Themes
investment
risk management
market cycles
discipline
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
practical
strategic
When to use this quote
- portfolio construction
- retirement planning
- stock analysis
Key Concepts
value investing
behavioral finance
market timing
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you stay disciplined during market swings?
- What safeguards help you avoid overconfidence?
A Different Perspective
Market timing is unpredictable; emotions can undermine strategy.