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“Mr. Market does not always price stocks the way an appraiser or a private buyer would value a business. Instead, when stocks are going up, he happily pays more than their objective value; and, when they are going down, he is desperate to dump them for less than their true worth.”

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Benjamin Graham

Benjamin Graham, born on May 9, 1894, in London, England, was a renowned investor and securities analyst. He had a profound impact on the investment field and was hailed as the 'Father of Modern Investing'. Graham's investment philosophy emphasizes value investing, advocating for investors to focus on the fundamental aspects of companies rather than market sentiment. His book, 'The Intelligent Investor', has had a significant influence on generations of investors. more

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