Quote by Claude Pepper

A stockbroker urged me to buy a stock that would triple its value every year. I told him, At my age, I don't even buy green bananas.

A stockbroker urged me to buy a stock that would triple its

Summary

This quote is a humorous way of expressing caution and skepticism towards risky investments. The speaker, likely an older individual, refuses to invest in a stock advised by a stockbroker due to their advanced age. The metaphor of not buying green bananas implies that they do not want to make long-term investments with uncertain outcomes, as they may not live long enough to reap the benefits. The quote highlights the speaker's preference for more conservative and secure investment choices given their current stage in life.

By Claude Pepper

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