Airline Quote by Warren Buffett
“As of 1992, in fact-though the picture would have improved since then-the money that had been made since the dawn of aviation by all of this country's airline companies was zero. Absolutely zero.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Annual Shareholder Letter, Berkshire Hathaway, 1992
Airlines had generated no profit up to that point despite decades of operation.
In simple terms: Airlines made no money by 1992.
Key Takeaway
Recognize industry cycles before investing.
Themes
investment
industry analysis
profitability
history
risk
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
business
financial
When to use this quote
- portfolio planning
- risk assessment
- financial forecasting
Key Concepts
Economic cycles
competitive dynamics
capital allocation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you evaluate sectors with long loss periods?
- What indicators signal a turnaround?
A Different Perspective
Airline profits later improved, showing timing matters.
