Customer Quote by Robert J. Shiller
“One should have a wide variety of assets in one's portfolio. And oil, by the way, is a particularly important asset to have in one's portfolio because we need it, and the economy thrives on it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Irrational Exuberance, 2000
Diversify holdings across asset classes to reduce risk and capture growth, especially essential commodities like oil.
In simple terms: Diversify assets, especially oil, for stability.
Include essential commodities in diversified portfolios.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- retirement planning
- wealth building
- inflation hedging
- energy sector investing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance essential commodities with growth assets?
- What safeguards can you add against oil price shocks?
Oil prices can be volatile, making timing critical.