Any Quote by Henry Kravis
“Look, don't congratulate us when we buy a company, congratulate us when we sell it. Because any fool can overpay and buy a company, as long as money will last to buy it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Private Equity Forum, 2015
Success is judged by profitable exits, not just acquisitions; value creation matters more than spending.
In simple terms: Focus on selling for profit, not just buying.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize profitable exits.
Themes
investment
value creation
exits
Mood
strategic
analytical
Type
business
financial
When to use this quote
- merger negotiations
- portfolio management
- capital allocation
- investment strategy
Key Concepts
private equity
strategic timing
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance acquisition and exit strategies?
- What metrics define a successful sale?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on exits can ignore long‑term growth potential.
