Assets Quote by Walter Schloss
“Earnings can change dramatically. Usually assets change slowly.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Value Investing, 1991
Asset values shift slowly, but earnings can swing wildly, affecting investment decisions.
In simple terms: Earnings fluctuate, assets change slowly.
Monitor earnings trends.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stock analysis
- portfolio management
- economic cycles
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance earnings and asset stability?
- What indicators signal sustainable growth?
Relying solely on earnings can be misleading; consider fundamentals.