Motley Fool Money Interview with David Gardner: Rule Breaker Investing
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Sep 28, 2025 
David Gardner, co-founder of Motley Fool and author of Rule Breaker Investing, joins Rule Breakers SVP Brian Richards to discuss his unconventional investment strategies. Gardner challenges the 'buy low, sell high' mantra, advocating for investing in great companies for the long haul. He reveals six traits that define a Rule Breaker stock and shares insights on why perceived overvaluation can be a buying opportunity. Notable examples include Amazon and Palantir, illustrating the importance of staying invested and identifying true innovators.
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Rethink The Buy Low Mantra
- The phrase "buy low, sell high" biases investors toward selling rather than long-term ownership.
- David Gardner argues instead to "buy high and try not to sell" for great companies you believe in.
Overvalued Can Signal Opportunity
- Rule Breaker stocks share six traits, including being top dogs in emerging industries and often labeled "overvalued."
- Gardner treats being called overvalued as a positive signal when the other traits are present.
Dominant Players Climb A Wall Of Worry
- Intuitive Surgical exemplified a Rule Breaker: dominant in an emerging market and expensive at recommendation.
- Such stocks often climb a "wall of worry" as skeptics convert into buyers over time.
