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“In certain circumstances, financial markets can affect the so-called fundamentals which they are supposed to reflect. When that happens, markets enter into a state of dynamic disequilibrium and behave quite differently from what would be considered normal by the theory of efficient markets. Such…” quote by George Soros
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“In certain circumstances, financial markets can affect the so-called fundamentals which they are supposed to reflect. When that happens, markets enter into a state of dynamic disequilibrium and behave quite differently from what would be considered normal by the theory of efficient markets. Such boom/bust sequences do not arise very often, but when they do, they can be very disruptive, exactly because they affect the fundamentals of the economy.”

George Soros

About This Quote

Source Book: The Alchemy of Finance, 1987

Markets can distort the real economy, creating cycles that deviate from efficient‑market expectations.

In simple terms: Markets sometimes misrepresent true economic health.

Key Takeaway

Watch for feedback loops between prices and fundamentals.

Themes

finance economics market cycles

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

theoretical warning

When to use this quote

  • investment decisions
  • policy making
  • risk assessment
  • portfolio management

Key Concepts

reflexivity dynamic disequilibrium

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you differentiate a genuine trend from a reflexive bubble?
  • What indicators signal a market‑fundamental mismatch?
A Different Perspective

Market distortions may be temporary and revert, limiting predictive power.

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