The "10-Minute" Rule: Why Warren Buffett Thinks Your Portfolio is Moving Too Fast ⏳
If you aren't willing to own a stock for ten years, don’t even think about owning it for ten minutes.
This isn't just a catchy line from the Oracle of Omaha; it’s a brutal filter designed to separate the wealthy investors from the frustrated gamblers. In an era of one-click trading and 24-hour financial news cycles, Buffett’s advice feels almost counter-cultural. $MOODENG
But here’s why he’s right:
1. The "Business Owner" vs. "Ticker Symbol" Mindset
Most people buy a stock because they hope the price goes up next week. Buffett buys a stock because he wants to own the business. * When you think in decades, you stop obsessing over daily price fluctuations. $TRUTH
You start looking at cash flow, competitive advantages (moats), and management quality.
2. Time is the Friend of the Wonderful Business
The math of compounding is "back-heavy." The most explosive growth usually happens in the final years of a long hold. If you’re jumping in and out of positions to "lock in" 10% gains, you are effectively cutting the legs off your future wealth. $黑马
3. Avoiding the "Activity Trap"
Wall Street makes money when you move your money. You make money when your money sits still and grows. By setting a 10-year threshold, you automatically filter out:
Fads and Hype: (Will people still use this "viral" app in 2035?)
Low-Conviction Trades: If you're nervous about holding it through a recession, you shouldn't buy it during a bull market.
💡 The Ultimate Stress Test
Next time you’re about to hit "Buy," ask yourself this:
"If the stock market closed tomorrow and didn't reopen for a decade, would I be perfectly happy owning this company?"
If the answer is "No," keep your money in your pocket. As Buffett says, "Our favorite holding period is forever."
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