we have complaints that institutional dominance of the stock market has put 'the small investor at a disadvantage because he can't compete with the trust companies' huge resources, etc. The facts are quite the opposite. It may be that the institutions are better equipped than the individual to speculate in the market.But I am convinced that an individual investor with sound principles, and soundly advised, can do distinctly better over the long pull than large institutions.
Benjamin GrahamWhile enthusiasm may be necessary for great accomplishments elsewhere, on Wall Street it almost invariably leads to disaster
Benjamin GrahamThe best values today are often found in the stocks that were once hot and have since gone cold.
Benjamin GrahamThe intelligent investor is a realist who sells to optimists and buys from pessimists.
Benjamin Graham