Bother Quote by Warren Buffett
“A market downturn, doesn't bother us. For us and our long term investors, it is an opportunity to increase our ownership of great companies with great management at good prices. Only for short term investors and market timers is a correction not an opportunity.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Annual Shareholder Meeting, Berkshire Hathaway, 2023
Market declines are seen as buying opportunities for long‑term investors, while short‑term traders view them as problems.
In simple terms: Buy low, hold long term.
Invest during downturns for future gain.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- portfolio management
- financial planning
- wealth building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate between a dip and a crash?
- What criteria guide your long‑term investments?
Short‑term speculation can erode returns; timing the market is risky.