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“When good news about the market hits the front page of the New York Times, sell.” quote by Bernard Baruch
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“When good news about the market hits the front page of the New York Times, sell.”

Bernard Baruch

About This Quote

Source Newspaper column, 1930s, Financial advice column

Market hype can mislead; selling when news is positive avoids buying at inflated prices.

In simple terms: Sell when good news appears to avoid overpaying.

Key Takeaway

Act against crowd optimism.

Themes

investment psychology timing

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

advice financial

When to use this quote

  • stock trading
  • portfolio rebalancing
  • risk management

Key Concepts

behavioral finance market cycles

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you often follow headlines?
  • How can you verify true value?
A Different Perspective

Market sentiment can be volatile; timing is uncertain.

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