catch a falling knife
The phrase "catch a falling knife" is a metaphor used in finance to describe the risky act of buying assets during a sharp decline.
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Definition
C1Trading
(informal)To buy an asset that is rapidly decreasing in value, often with the hope it will soon rebound.
Example
- Many investors got burned trying to catch a falling knife during the market crash.
C1Finance
(cautionary)To engage in a risky investment by purchasing a declining asset, potentially leading to significant losses.
Example
- Advisors often warn clients against trying to catch a falling knife during volatile markets.
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