Customer Quote by Benjamin Graham
“Wall Street has a few prudent principles; the trouble is that they are always forgotten when they are most needed.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Intelligent Investor, 1949
Principles of sound investing are often ignored precisely when market pressures make them most needed.
In simple terms: Investors forget basic rules during crises.
Adhere to core investment principles even in turbulence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stock market downturns
- financial planning
- portfolio management
- economic uncertainty
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What core principle could you reinforce now?
- How can you guard against forgetting fundamentals during market booms?
Emotions and short‑term thinking can override rational strategies.