What defines "good" and "bad"? From the market perspective "good" would be defined by its medium to long-term return to the investor that holds for a long enoug

What defines "good" and "bad"? From the market perspective "good" would be defined by its medium to long-term return to the investor that holds for a long enough period to cover the short-term loss. Whereas "bad" would be an acquisition that has declining value over time, even if its short-term performance is acceptable.