Highest Return Quote by Warren Buffett
““Instead, he takes those coupons from his low-return bond and—if inclined to reinvest—looks for the highest return with safety currently available. Good money is not thrown after bad.””
About This Quote
Source Letter to shareholders, 2008
Invest in safe, high‑return assets; avoid chasing bad money.
In simple terms: Seek safe, high‑return investments.
Prioritize safety and return.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal finance
- corporate investing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines “good money”?
- How to balance safety vs. return?
Risk and return trade‑offs can be unpredictable.