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Bulls get rich, bears get rich, but pigs get slaughtered An Irishman is never at his best except when fighting.

Bulls get rich, bears get rich, but pigs get slaughtered An

Summary

This quote has two distinct parts with different meanings. The first part, "Bulls get rich, bears get rich, but pigs get slaughtered," refers to the stock market and investing. It suggests that investors can make money in both rising (bull) and falling (bear) markets, but those who become greedy and reckless (pigs) risk losing everything. The second part, "An Irishman is never at his best except when fighting," is a saying that reflects the historical reputation and stereotype of Irish people being fierce and resilient fighters, implying that they perform their best when faced with challenges or conflicts.

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