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Quote by Carlos Slim
The best investment is to fight poverty.
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The quote presents fighting poverty as the most worthwhile use of investment. Here, “investment” can mean money, effort, or other resources—not only financial spending. The wording makes poverty reduction a clear priority, placing it above competing aims.
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- Carlos Slim Official Website — 2007 Interview
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