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Isaac Newton lost a fortune. Not to physics, to stocks.

In 1720 shares of the South Sea Company in London rose eightfold within months, driven by rumours of trade monopolies. Newton sold early at a profit, bought back in as prices kept climbing, and reportedly lost £20,000 after the crash. He is quoted as saying he could calculate the motion of the stars but not the madness of men.

Useful: Intelligence doesn't protect you from the fear of missing out.

Source: de.wikipedia.org

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