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“Wall Street has a few prudent principles; the trouble is that they are always forgotten when they are most needed.” quote by Benjamin Graham
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“Wall Street has a few prudent principles; the trouble is that they are always forgotten when they are most needed.”

Benjamin Graham

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.

Key Takeaway

Adhere to core investment principles even in turbulence.

Themes

investing principles discipline

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

advisory educational

When to use this quote

  • stock market downturns
  • financial planning
  • portfolio management
  • economic uncertainty

Key Concepts

value investing behavioral finance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What core principle could you reinforce now?
  • How can you guard against forgetting fundamentals during market booms?
A Different Perspective

Emotions and short‑term thinking can override rational strategies.

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