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John Templeton
John Templeton

John Templeton, born on November 29, 1912, was an esteemed investor from the United States. Renowned for his unique investment philosophy and long career, he was affectionately called 'the investor of investors'. Templeton's investment career began in the 1930s, where he sought undervalued stocks globally and successfully predicted market trends. His investment philosophy emphasizes value investing and long-term investment, which has had a profound impact on investors worldwide. more

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“It is crucial to have a strategy in place before problems hit, precisely because no one can accurately predict the future direction of the stock market or economy. Value investing, the strategy of buying stocks at an appreciable discount from the value of the underlying businesses, is one strategy that provides a road map to successfully navigate not only through good times but also through turmoil.”

“I never ask if the market is going to go up or down because I don't know, and besides it doesn't matter. I search nation after nation for stocks, asking: 'Where is the one that is lowest-priced in relation to what I believe it's worth?' Forty years of experience have taught me you can make money without ever knowing which way the market is going.”