Allowance Quote by Warren Buffett
“The gross profits in many workouts appear quite small. It's a little like looking for parking meters with some time left on them. However, the predictability coupled with a short holding period produces quite decent average annual rates of return after allowance for the occasional substantial loss.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Annual Shareholder Meeting, Warren Buffett, 2015
Investing in small, predictable gains can yield solid returns despite occasional large losses.
In simple terms: Small steady gains can outweigh rare big losses.
Key Takeaway
Focus on consistent, short‑term opportunities.
Themes
investing
patience
risk management
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
financial
strategic
When to use this quote
- stock selection
- portfolio rebalancing
- risk assessment
- short‑term trades
Key Concepts
value investing
probability
compound interest
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance small gains against rare big losses?
- What strategies limit downside risk?
A Different Perspective
Large losses can erode returns if not managed.
