Collapse Quote by Hillary Clinton
“[Donald Trump] said, back in 2006, "Gee, I hope it does collapse, because then I can go in and buy some and make some money." Well, it did collapse.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2006, Donald Trump comments on market collapse, reported by Hillary Clinton
A speculative investor hopes a market crash will create buying opportunities for profit
In simple terms: Someone hopes a crash will let them buy low and profit later
Consider timing and risk before acting on market downturns
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stock market downturns
- real estate bubbles
- personal investing decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What ethical concerns arise from profiting during crises?
- How can investors protect themselves without exploiting downturns?
Market collapses can cause widespread economic harm, not just opportunities for a few