If Warren Buffett is waiting for a big opportunity for buying something at deep discount, why did he disappear three years ago when the troubled banks were desperately waiting for a buyer?

Summary

• The post questions why Warren Buffett did not buy distressed regional banks (Silicon Valley Bank, First Republic) during the 2023 banking crisis, contrasting his 2008 bailout behavior.
• The author implies Buffett “chickened out” or missed an opportunity, suggesting a critique of his current caution.
• Quality assessment: Speculation and opinion, not well-researched DD; lacks financial analysis of the banks’ balance sheets or valuation.