Cheaper Quote by Walter Schloss
“Each year we buy stocks and they go up, we sell them and then we try to buy something cheaper.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Market Strategies, 1995
Investors often chase higher prices, selling assets before seeking cheaper alternatives, reflecting a cyclical mindset.
In simple terms: Buying high and selling low is a common mistake.
Key Takeaway
Focus on value, not price trends.
Themes
investment
behavioral finance
market cycles
discipline
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
advisory
educational
When to use this quote
- stock portfolio management
- retirement planning
- financial education
Key Concepts
value investing
psychology of risk
market timing
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives your buying decisions?
- How can you avoid chasing price movements?
A Different Perspective
Market timing rarely beats disciplined long‑term investing.
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