Beats Quote by David Dreman
“Nobody beats the market, they say. Except for those of those of us who do.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Little Book of Value Investing by David Dreman, 1998
Most investors cannot consistently outperform the market; only a few skilled individuals succeed.
In simple terms: Only a few beat the market.
Identify and develop a proven edge.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal portfolio management
- stock selection
- risk management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What edge do you have?
- How sustainable is your advantage?
Market outperformance is rare and often temporary.