Atheist Quote by Robert Green Ingersoll
“For myself, I have but little confidence in any business, or enterprise, or investment, that promises dividends only after the death of the stockholders.”
About This Quote
The speaker distrusts investments that only pay after investors' deaths, implying skepticism of exploitative financial schemes.
In simple terms: Skeptical of posthumous profit promises.
Avoid investments that profit from death.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- pension planning
- insurance policies
- legacy funds
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What ethical standards guide your investments?
- How can you protect yourself from exploitative financial products?
Such schemes may be predatory.