Analysis versus Sentiment12 Apr 2021 17:05
A long time ago I learned (along with many other investors) that although the stock market should involve the buying / selling of stocks based solely upon analysis (both fundamental and technical), a large part of those sales / purchases is really based upon sentiment.
Some hedge fund managers make a lot of money, not only by short-selling shares, but also by calling in their favourite tame MSN 'financial reporter' and, without being too specific, denigrate a particular stock's current standing. Careful phrases such as 'the data suggests' and 'my understanding is' and so forth. See some of Ray Dalio's videos - they're quite revealing.
For me, RR is a quality company with enormous potential so I'm quietly buying when I can, knowing that my future returns will be very attractive.
IMHO of course - GLA