What is the relationship between fear and greed?

Fear and greed are often found together in situations where people are being influenced in negative ways. In fact Einstein said ' There are three great forces in the world: stupidity, fear and greed.' Stupidity (at least in hindsight) leads people into situations where fear and greed are the roots of their downfall.

Should the desire to have more be called “Greed”?

Should the desire to have more than we currently have be called “greed.” Most of us would say “no,” at least when there is some work involved. And modest levels of increase are surely acceptable, if only to “keep up” with inflation, and the Joneses. But what about immense gains — advances for which our work and knowledge do not qualify us?

What does Warren Buffet mean by 'be fearful when people are greedy'?

Warren Buffet made a very pertinent comment when he said 'Be fearful when people are greedy, and greedy when they are fearful'. When people are greedy, bubbles happen. When they are fearful, they sell at low prices. Understanding this can lead to a wiser investment strategy.