Most of the time common stocks are subject to irrational and excessive price fluctuations in both directions as the consequence of the ingrained tendency of most people to speculate or gamble... to give way to hope, fear and greed.
Benjamin GrahamAn investment operation is one which, upon thorough analysis, promises safety of principal and an adequate return.
Benjamin GrahamIf fees consume more than 1% of your assets annually, you should probably shop for another adviser.
Benjamin GrahamIf you are shopping for common stocks, choose them the way you would buy groceries, not the way you would buy perfume.
Benjamin Graham