Fear Quote by Warren Buffett
“Be fearful when the markets get greedy, be greedy when the markets get fearful.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Annual Shareholder Meeting, Berkshire Hathaway, 1970s
Investors should act opposite to market crowd, buying when fear dominates and selling when greed dominates.
In simple terms: Buy low, sell high.
Key Takeaway
Opposite the crowd.
Themes
investment
psychology
contrarian
behavioral finance
market cycles
Mood
cautious
strategic
Type
advice
financial
When to use this quote
- stock market downturns
- boom periods
- personal investing decisions
Key Concepts
risk management
portfolio strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you identify genuine fear or greed?
- What safeguards prevent emotional decisions?
A Different Perspective
Market timing is difficult and can lead to missed opportunities.