"greater fool theory" meaning in English

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  1. (economics) Theory that the price of an object is determined by irrational beliefs and expectations of market participants, rather than intrinsic value; i.e. that one can make money by buying something for the sole reason of selling it to some one else for a higher price. Wikipedia link: greater fool theory Categories (topical): Economics
    Sense id: en-greater_fool_theory-en-name-JhiaiP7e Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: economics, science, sciences

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