One of Warren Buffett’s steadfast rules is to invest within what he calls “your circle of competence.” He has adhered to this principle consistently throughout his career, even when it has meant foregoing alluring opportunities.
“Different people understand different businesses,” Buffett said at the 1999 Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting. “And the important thing is to know which ones you do understand and when you’re operating within what I call ‘your circle of competence.’”
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