{
  "id": 14740951,
  "title": "Warren Buffett Once Summed Up Investing in 13 Words. Here's Why It's More Important Than Ever.",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/warren-buffett-once-summed-up-investing-in-13-words-heres-why-its",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-10-15T16:45:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Motley Fool",
    "slug": "motley-fool",
    "url": "https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/10/15/warren-buffett-once-summed-up-investing-13-words/?source=iedfolrf0000001"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Warren Buffett's 13-word investing philosophy—\"Be fearful when others are greedy, and be greedy when others are fearful\"—has become especially relevant in today's market. The Oracle of Omaha's enduring wisdom has allowed Berkshire Hathaway (BRKA +0.45%) (BRKB +0.47%) shares to soar 19.7% annually from 1965 to 2025, outperforming the S&P 500's 10.5% annualized return. While the benchmark's recent 131% total return since October 2022 may seem impressive, it's trading at an elevated price-to-earnings ratio of 41.8, near record highs. Berkshire's $359 billion cash reserve suggests a cautious approach, but market sentiment shouldn't dictate investment decisions. Investors should evaluate market sentiment, but not rely on it for predictions.",
  "summary": "The Oracle of Omaha's wisdom can make you a better investor.",
  "key_points": [
    "Buffett's 13-word philosophy emphasizes contrasting market sentiments.",
    "Berkshire Hathaway shares grew 19.7% annually from 1965 to 2025.",
    "Current S&P 500's high P/E ratio suggests cautious investment approach."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "Nasdaq Markets",
        "title": "Warren Buffett Once Summed Up Investing in 13 Words. Here's Why It's More Important Than Ever.",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/warren-buffett-once-summed-up-investing-in-13-words-heres-why-its-14749679",
        "published": "2026-10-15T17:05:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}