Customer Quote by Michael Hudson
“If a lot of money goes into the stock market, it'll push up prices, making money for stock speculators. Then the insiders can decide that it's time to sell out, and the market will plunge.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “Super Imperialism”, 2003
Large inflows into stocks inflate prices, enabling insiders to sell and trigger a market crash.
In simple terms: Heavy buying inflates prices, insiders can cause crashes.
Watch for market manipulation signals.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- investment decisions
- regulatory oversight
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can investors protect against insider‑driven crashes?
- What signs indicate a price bubble?
Market crashes also stem from broader economic factors.