I would follow Warren Buffett's advice and buy ASX shares after the market selloff

These buy-rated shares could be the type that Warren Buffett would buy during a selloff.

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The share market can be a rollercoaster at times, with sharp drops often shaking investor confidence. But if history has taught us anything, it is that market downturns can present fantastic buying opportunities for long-term investors.

This is a belief that is firmly held by legendary investor Warren Buffett, who has consistently preached the value of buying quality stocks during turbulent times. He famously quipped:

Be fearful when others are greedy, and greedy when others are fearful.

With the ASX experiencing a selloff today, along with significant weakness in February, now could be a smart time to follow Warren Buffett's advice and scoop up high-quality ASX shares at a discount to what investors were willing to pay just a few weeks ago.

Why market selloffs create opportunity

Market downturns are often driven by short-term fear rather than a fundamental change in a company's value. However, history has shown that markets recover over time.

As a result, investors who buy shares in high-quality businesses during downturns and hold them for the long term have often been rewarded handsomely.

The ASX 200 index, for example, has navigated through numerous crises—including the Global Financial Crisis, the COVID-19 crash, and inflation shocks—only to reach new highs in the years that followed.

Buy like Warren Buffett

For those looking to capitalise on the market selloff, they might want to consider buying ASX shares with certain traits. These are strong business models, positive growth outlooks, sustainable competitive advantages, and talented management teams.

Four shares that could tick these boxes include CSL Ltd (ASX: CSL), Goodman Group (ASX: GMG), Pro Medicus Ltd (ASX: PME), and ResMed Inc (ASX: RMD).

All four are rated as buys by brokers at present and are tipped to rise strongly from current levels. This could potentially make them even more attractive during the selloff.

Goldman Sachs currently rates CSL shares as a buy with a $318.40 price target. It also thinks very highly of ResMed and has a buy rating and $49.00 price target on the sleep disorder treatment company's shares.

Elsewhere, the team at Bell Potter currently has a buy rating and $330.00 price target on Pro Medicus' shares and Citi has a buy rating and $40.00 price target on Goodman's shares.

All these price targets imply potential upside of greater than 20% for investors over the next 12 months.

Foolish takeaway

Market downturns can feel uncomfortable, but history suggests they are often the best times to invest. By following Warren Buffett's advice and focusing on high-quality businesses, investors can take advantage of lower prices and position themselves for strong long-term returns.

While no one can predict exactly when the market will recover, those who invest during periods of fear often end up reaping the rewards when sentiment improves. As Warren Buffett has shown throughout his career, patience and discipline are key to building wealth in the stock market.

So, rather than fearing the latest ASX selloff, I'd see it as an opportunity to buy great ASX shares for the long term.

Citigroup is an advertising partner of Motley Fool Money. Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in CSL, Goodman Group, Pro Medicus, and ResMed. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended CSL, Goldman Sachs Group, Goodman Group, and ResMed. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has recommended Pro Medicus. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended ResMed. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended CSL, Goodman Group, and Pro Medicus. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

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