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Bargains Quote by Seth Klarman

“Value investing is the discipline of buying shares at a significant discount from their current underlying values and holding them until more of their value is realised. The element of a bargain is the key to the process.” quote by Seth Klarman
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“Value investing is the discipline of buying shares at a significant discount from their current underlying values and holding them until more of their value is realised. The element of a bargain is the key to the process.”

Seth Klarman

About This Quote

Source Book: Margin of Safety by Seth Klarman, 1991

Investing profitably by purchasing undervalued assets and waiting for true value to emerge.

In simple terms: Buy cheap, hold long.

Key Takeaway

Seek bargains and be patient.

Themes

value investing patience risk management

Mood

analytical pragmatic

Type

financial educational

When to use this quote

  • stock selection
  • portfolio building
  • financial planning

Key Concepts

discount valuation long‑term holding

Questions to Reflect On

  • What criteria define a true bargain for you?
  • How do you handle market pressure while waiting?
A Different Perspective

Market volatility can erode confidence in long‑term holds.

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