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“Buy companies with strong histories of profitability and with a dominant business franchise.” quote by Warren Buffett
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“Buy companies with strong histories of profitability and with a dominant business franchise.”

Warren Buffett

About This Quote

Source Book: The Essays of Warren Buffett, 1997

Invest in companies with proven profits and a leading market position.

In simple terms: Buy profitable, dominant firms.

Key Takeaway

Focus on strong, market‑leading businesses.

Themes

investment profitability market dominance

Mood

analytical pragmatic

Type

financial strategic

When to use this quote

  • portfolio building
  • business analysis
  • financial planning

Key Concepts

value investing moat long‑term growth

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you assess a company's future dominance?
  • What risks exist in focusing only on past profitability?
A Different Perspective

May overlook emerging innovators with less history.

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