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“Diversification is a protection against ignorance. It makes very little sense for those who know what they're doing.” quote by Warren Buffett
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“Diversification is a protection against ignorance. It makes very little sense for those who know what they're doing.”

Warren Buffett

About This Quote

Source Letter to Shareholders, Berkshire Hathaway, 1996

Diversification reduces risk for uninformed investors but can dilute returns for experts.

In simple terms: Spread risk unless you know better.

Key Takeaway

Balance risk and expertise.

Themes

finance investment risk management

Mood

analytical pragmatic

Type

financial educational

When to use this quote

  • stock investing
  • retirement planning
  • asset allocation

Key Concepts

Portfolio theory information asymmetry

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you understand your own investment knowledge?
  • When is concentration advantageous?
A Different Perspective

Over‑diversification may lower potential gains.

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