Famous quote by Arthur Levitt

What must occur is a greater recognition by investors of their individual responsibility

"What must occur is a greater recognition by investors of their individual responsibility"

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This quote by Arthur Levitt is stressing the importance of investors taking duty for their own decisions. He is recommending that financiers require to be more aware of the dangers and benefits connected with their financial investments, and that they need to not rely exclusively on the recommendations of others. He is likewise suggesting that investors need to be more mindful of the potential consequences of their choices, which they must take the time to research study and understand the investments they are making. By doing so, investors can make more educated choices and be much better gotten ready for any potential losses or gains. Eventually, Levitt is encouraging investors to take ownership of their financial investments and to be more familiar with the potential risks and benefits related to them.

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This quote is written / told by Arthur Levitt somewhere between February 3, 1931 and today. He/she was a famous Public Servant from USA. The author also have 16 other quotes.
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