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This Is the One Thing Warren Buffett Fears More Than Sitting on Cash

Buffett's most important rule for investing is to not lose money.

This Is the One Thing Warren Buffett Fears More Than Sitting on Cash

This Is the One Thing Warren Buffett Fears More Than Sitting on Cash

Published June 16, 2026 · Category: Finance

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Warren Buffett has generated terrific, market-beating returns for years by focusing on investing in quality businesses at fair prices. That means he's often left sitting on the sidelines when there aren't any compelling buying opportunities. While he's no longer the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRKA)(NYSE: BRKB), the company's cash pile has grown significantly over the years and remains high under Buffett's successor, Greg Abel.

Sitting on cash isn't a huge concern for Buffett. Investing, after all, involves a long-term approach and mindset. There's something he fears much more than letting cash sit idle and not investing it in stocks. And it's something investors should fear as well.

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