Basis Quote by T. Boone Pickens
“You can't invest in natural gas on a daily basis. It's too volatile. But if you think of natural gas as a long-term holding, then you push your profit horizon out. A long-term time horizon would be at least two years.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: CNBC, 2013
Treat natural gas as a long‑term asset, not a daily trade, to manage volatility and capture future gains.
In simple terms: Think long term.
Key Takeaway
Invest with patience.
Themes
investment
energy markets
patience
Mood
analytical
cautious
Type
financial
strategic
When to use this quote
- energy policy
- portfolio diversification
Key Concepts
commodity futures
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- How long can you hold a position?
- What hedges protect against price swings?
A Different Perspective
Short‑term volatility can still cause losses.
