70 articles about Warren Buffett

Warren Watch: Buffett loath to curse on cue for film - Omaha World-Herald, 24 May 2015 Andy and Amy Heyward already are working on the movie for next year's Berkshire Hathaway Inc. shareholders meeting. Andy Heyward was in Omaha for the Grow Your Own Business contest for students, an affiliate of his "Secret Millionaires Club" cartoon series. Warren Buffett watch: Bill Gates is a pretty good interviewer, too - Omaha World-Herald, 17 May 2015 Bill Gates' follow-up to the recent meeting of shareholders of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., the 50th under Warren Buffett's leadership, came through his blog with photos and a video of the two men talking about their relationship. 13 Priceless Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger Quotes from the 50th Anniversary Meeting - Money, 12 May 2015 I made the trip to Omaha recently to glean investing wisdom from two of the greatest investors of all-time — Warren Buffett and his second-in-command, Charlie Munger — but I left with much more. Here are 13 of the most memorable life lessons from Berkshire Hathaway’s 2015 annual meeting. Warren Buffett watch: First meeting site a shrine to Berkshire shareholders - Omaha World-Herald, 10 May 2015 Alongside IBM's Watson supercomputer, Fruit of the Loom's boxer displays and Mrs. See's chocolate canyons at last weekend's Berkshire Hathaway Inc. shareholders meeting there was a more modest yet perhaps more significant display. The Wit and Wisdom of Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger - Forbes, 07 May 2015 Last weekend, I was in Omaha to participate in my annual ritual of attending the Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholders meeting. I like Warren Buffett and I absolutely adore Charlie Munger. Both are my heroes. They are full of wisdom and have shaped my thinking. Health care system 'prolongs death to make money,' Munger says on 'Squawk Box' - Omaha World-Herald, 05 May 2015 Warren Buffett followed up the weekend of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. events with a three-hour TV sitdown Monday, repeating many of the comments he made to shareholders Saturday, chatting with Charlie Munger and Bill Gates, and arm-wrestling Ndamukong Suh. Opinion: Buffett, Munger don’t always get it right - Market Watch, 05 May 2015 Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger were talking taxes. Buffett was critical of the complicated structure, but didn’t feel the burdens were too high. Munger praised Florida’s low-tax regime. Warren Buffett, Charlie Munger spotlight economic realities in defending job cuts, housing firm - Omaha World-Herald, 04 May 2015 Foreclosures, layoffs, plant closings, labor disputes — the difficulties of capitalism came through clearly Saturday alongside the hoopla of celebrating Warren Buffett's 50 years of leading Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Warren Buffett and Bill Gates try their hand at table tennis - Omaha World-Herald, 04 May 2015 A definite crowd-pleaser stole the attention of Berkshire Hathaway shareholders Sunday: Borsheims' commemorative, cushion-cut, fancy yellow 50-carat diamond. That is, until the crowd's real best friend arrived. Here’s all the crazy Warren Buffett merchandise shareholders are snatching up - Market Watch, 04 May 2015 It’s time for the Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholder meeting (a.k.a. “Woodstock for capitalists”). And that means it’s time to go shopping. Warren Buffett's Woodstock, 2015 edition - Consumer Reports, 04 May 2015 The premier event of the weekend may have taken place not in not Las Vegas or Kentucky, but Omaha, Nebraska where Berkshire Hathaway's annual meeting is held. Chairman and CEO Warren Buffett fielded questions from some the 40,000 shareholders in attendance. Here's what Warren Buffett told a 7th-grader who asked for his advice - Business Insider, 04 May 2015 Investors from all over the world met in Omaha, Nebraska, this weekend for the Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholders meeting, where CEO Warren Buffett and his vice chairman, Charlie Munger, fielded questions for nearly seven hours. 5 Critical Takeaways from Berkshire Hathaway’s 50th Anniversary Meeting - Money, 04 May 2015 Berkshire Hathaway is the quintessential capitalist story of meritocracy, grit, and hard work. Humans have a certain fundamental attraction to these success stories that happen against any measure of statistical improbability — this notion of exceptionalism. Warren Buffett doesn’t tip like a billionaire, and 6 other things I learned at ‘Woodstock for Capitalists’ - Market Watch, 04 May 2015 What happens when 40,000-plus investors gather in a Midwestern city for a weekend of talking market strategy and taking in the scene? We’re not sure there’s an easy way to describe it, but “Woodstock for Capitalists” indeed comes close. 3 times Warren Buffett demonstrated his ruthlessness as a businessman - Business Insider, 04 May 2015 Warren Buffett usually comes across as a friendly, folksy, and generally approachable person.  On occasion, he'll sing a jingle and strum a ukulele to humor Berkshire Hathaway shareholders. He's the billionaire next door. But you don't become a billionaire by being nice. Why Warren Buffett is growing more cautious about the Insurance Industry - 24/7 Wall St, 04 May 2015 Just this past Friday, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. announced its earnings and 24/7 Wall St. asked the question of whether its 20% operating income gain trumped the company’s 47% book value premium. Warren Buffett faced some tough questions over the weekend at the annual shareholder meeting, but from the looks of it, the ship will keep sailing after 50 years like it always has. For $6, a chance to beat Warren Buffett at his own game - Market Watch, 04 May 2015 Sure, Warren Buffett loves to play bridge. But where does his passion for the card game take him? The short — and very specific — answer: to an aging strip mall on the outskirts of Omaha. You know, just the sort of place you’d expect to find a man worth some $67 billion. Memorable Moments from Warren Buffett's Annual Meeting - The Street, 04 May 2015 Warren Buffett certainly knows how to put on a show: He and long-time business partner Charlie Munger proved it yet again at the Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholders' meeting over the weekend. Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway: The Party isn't over yet - The Street, 03 May 2015 Warren Buffett knows a lot of things, including how to put on a good party for the thousands of Berkshire Hathaway shareholders who descended on Omaha, Nebraska, this past weekend for the company's annual meeting. The most important things Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger said at Berkshire's annual meeting - Business Insider, 03 May 2015 "Sugar is an enormously helpful substance," Berkshire Hathaway vice chairman Charlie Munger said. "It prevents premature softening of the arteries."  He's probably joking about that. Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger: billion-dollar partnership - Omaha World-Herald, 02 May 2015 Two old friends will get together once again today for Berkshire Hathaway Inc.'s annual shareholders meeting. If Charlie Munger and Warren Buffett were only friends, their 56 years together would be only admirable. 7 Takeaways from Berkshire’s Annual Meeting - The Wall Street Journal, 02 May 2015 After five hours of questions in front of an overflowing crowd, Warren Buffett has closed down the latest shareholder meeting of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Attendance was expected to top 40,000, setting a new record, in part because this year was a celebration of Mr. Buffett’s 50 years at the helm of the sprawling conglomerate. He and Berkshire Vice Chairman Charlie Munger fielded questions about their investing successes, the economic landscape and Berkshire’s future. Buffett celebrates 50th year at Berkshire, faces tough questions - Reuters, 02 May 2015 Berkshire Hathaway Inc shareholders on Saturday celebrated Warren Buffett's 50th anniversary running the conglomerate, as the billionaire expressed optimism the company would thrive over the long haul, even after he is gone. Warren Buffett defends practices, showers advice at meeting - Associated Press, 02 May 2015 Berkshire Hathaway shareholders always celebrate Warren Buffett at the annual meeting, but amid the praise Saturday, investors also questioned a couple of the conglomerate's recent business moves. The faithful gather early to hear Buffett’s gospel - Market Watch, 02 May 2015 How desperate are you to see Warren Buffett in person? For Illinois attorney Elizabeth Wakeman, a good night’s sleep was certainly not an obstacle. Wakeman, 50, was one of thousands who lined up at Omaha’s CenturyLink Center hours in advance of Saturday’s Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholder meeting, where Buffett, Berkshire’s renowned chairman and chief executive, was due to hold court along with Vice Chairman Charlie Munger. Who will succeed Buffett? Speculation heats up - USA Today, 02 May 2015 Part of the sport of attending the Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting is speculating about who might one day replace 84-year-old CEO Warren Buffett at the helm of the $353 billion company. Berkshire Hathaway's Meeting is a Value Investor's Mecca - The Street, 02 May 2015 As usual this time of year, one would be hard-pressed to find a hotel room within 100 miles of Omaha, Neb., and even then, it would be triple the normal rate. Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway: The Insider's Guide - The Street, 02 May 2015 When it comes to Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathway (BRK.A - Get Report), the numbers are often mind-boggling: $72.3 billion net worth; shares worth hundreds of thousands of dollars each; dozens of portfolio companies and more. Berkshire Hathaway meeting opens with humorous movie - Associated Press, 02 May 2015 Billionaire Warren Buffett again proved that he doesn't take himself too seriously in the humorous movie that starts the Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting. 50 Years of Warren Buffett in the Wall Street Journal - The Wall Street Journal, 02 May 2015 The eyes of the business world are on Omaha, Neb., this weekend as one of the largest companies in the world, Berkshire Hathaway Inc., throws itself a party to celebrate 50 years with Warren Buffett at the helm. But here’s another milestone taking place in a few days: The 50th anniversary of the first time Mr. Buffett appeared in The Wall Street Journal. A Milestone for Warren Buffett, and Profits for Investors - The New York Times, 01 May 2015 Berkshire Hathaway, Warren E. Buffett’s holding company reported on Friday that first-quarter profit rose 10 percent and operating results easily beat forecasts, helped by its railroad and insurance businesses and gains from derivatives. Buffett's Berkshire bash brings some intrigue - Yahoo Finance, 01 May 2015 Berkshire Hathaway’s (BRK-A) annual meeting in Omaha is a little bit business, a little bit circus and always entertaining for the participants. But this weekend’s gathering has an added touch: intrigue. That’s because 84-year-old CEO Warren Buffett has been hinting he’s getting ready to announce when he’ll finally step down…and who he’s picking to replace him.

Warren Buffett's Acquisitions

Buffett bets on these stocks for 2015 - USA Today, 24 May 2015 Warren Buffett is no stranger to multibillion-dollar investments. The Oracle of Omaha has been beating the market for decades while accumulating positions in some of the world's most popular companies. Courtesy of a new filing, we now have a peek at how the legendary investor deployed capital in the first three months of 2015. Warren Buffett plows more cash into Wells Fargo and U.S. Bancorp – American City Business Journals, 20 May 2015 Warren Buffett recently plowed some $350 million into Wells Fargo & Co., which he has described as his favorite bank. He was picking up shares of the San Francisco-based bank even as the stock traded at all-time highs this year. Berkshire Hathaway cuts stakes in Charter Communications, Viacom - Market Watch, 18 May 2015 Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Inc. reduced its stake in several media-company holdings--including Charter Communications Inc., Viacom Inc. and Liberty Global PLC--in the first quarter. Buffett boosts Berkshire Hathaway's IBM stake by $400 million - Fortune, 15 May 2015 Warren Buffett isn’t backing away from his big bet on IBM. In fact, he is leaning in. In the first quarter, Berkshire Hathaway, Buffett’s investing and insurance conglomerate, added nearly 2.6 million shares of the computer giant. Major Portfolio Changes for Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway - 24/7 Wall St, 15 May 2015 Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK-A) have released the official equity holdings of Berkshire Hathaway as of March 31, 2015. For years now, 24/7 Wall St. has released the full list of holdings and we have added color on those positions as they have changed through time.

Warren Buffett - The Investor

Warren Buffett’s two Omahas - Market Watch, 19 May 2015 What kind of haircut does a billionaire get? It’s the question I ask myself when I slide into one of the chairs in Stan Docekal’s barber shop, tucked away in the quiet basement of an imposing office building. The spry and soft-spoken Docekal, who confesses to being in his early 80s, scissors away with a purposeful manner, making as much (or as little) small talk as a customer wants. 13F Season: A Look at Warren Buffett's Q1 Moves - Benzinga, 15 May 2015 Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway filed its first quarter 13F with the SEC on Friday. According to the record, the famed investment firm has an equity portfolio worth more than $107 billion, focused on companies from the financial sector (45 percent) and consumer staples (25 percent). Can you keep up with five-hours-a-day reader Warren Buffett? - Market Watch, 14 May 2015 Warren Buffett is a voracious reader. By his own admission, the head of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. BRK.A, spends five to six hours a day reading everything from daily newspapers — five of them — to annual reports. Opinion: Just because Warren Buffett is a success, don’t overlook his blemishes - Market Watch, 12 May 2015 Berkshire Hathaway recently held their annual shareholder’s meeting and it was a special event at that, celebrating 50 years of Buffett taking control of Berkshire and turning it into the investment empire it is today. Opinion: Just because Warren Buffett is a success, don’t overlook his blemishes - Market Watch, 12 May 2015 Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffett have amassed huge fortunes that they're determined to give away through the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.  Since joining forces in 2006 when Buffett pledge the majority of his wealth to the organization, this trio has worked on improving global social issues such hunger, poverty, HIV and family planning. Make billions, then give it away: Gates, Buffett talk philanthropy - CNBC, 10 May 2015 Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffett have amassed huge fortunes that they're determined to give away through the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.  Since joining forces in 2006 when Buffett pledge the majority of his wealth to the organization, this trio has worked on improving global social issues such hunger, poverty, HIV and family planning. Warren Buffett under Attack on Multiple Fronts - Forbes, 07 May 2015 Warren Buffett, the third-richest person in the world with a fortune worth $70.8 billion, is the ultra-successful capitalist everyone loves. Known as the Oracle of Omaha, the 85-year-old still lives in the five-bedroom Nebraska house he bought in 1958 and drives himself around in an aging Cadillac. Warren Buffett and Bill Gates: Best Buds, Investment Frenemies or a Little Bit of Both? - The Street, 07 May 2015 Bill Gates and Warren Buffett have developed quite an affinity for one another over the years. When it comes to investing, they often agree -- but not always. Buffett climbs from Derivative hole that swallowed Berkshire AAA - Bloomberg, 07 May 2015 Warren Buffett’s derivatives wagers sapped earnings during the financial crisis at his Berkshire Hathaway Inc. and were part of the reason the company lost its triple-A credit rating. Things are looking rosier now. Buffett again to auction lunch for California charity - Associated Press, 05 May 2015 Those hoping to sit down to a meal with billionaire Warren Buffett should be prepared to shell out big bucks. Buffett will again auction off a private lunch to raise money for a California homeless charity. Buffett is chairman and CEO of Omaha, Nebraska-based Berkshire Hathaway. Cramer Remix: Where Buffett made the biggest impact - CNBC, 04 May 2015 Was it really just the halo from Warren Buffett, or could there be other forces at work that led the market higher on Monday? Jim Cramer thinks that it could be more than just the Oracle of Omaha at work for investors. Buffett: Berkshire can resist breakup Activists even after he leaves - Bloomberg, 04 May 2015 Warren Buffett, the billionaire chairman and chief executive officer of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., said his life’s work won’t be broken apart by activist investors once he’s no longer at the helm. Warren Buffett's America - Fox Business, 04 May 2015 Warren Buffett, celebrating his 50th anniversary with Berkshire Hathaway (BRKA), was featured in a new special that premiered Monday on the FOX Business Network. Buffett again defends lending standards at Clayton Homes - Associated Press, 04 May 2015 Investor Warren Buffett again defended Berkshire Hathaway's manufactured home unit Monday and praised some of his company's biggest investments. Buffett discussed Clayton Homes' lending practices, interest rates, Berkshire's investments and other topics during an interview on CNBC Monday Buffett, Munger, Gates Tackle Hot Topics from Public Schools to End-of-Life Care - The Street, 04 May 2015 If public schools were the only option for U.S. students, parents would make sure they provided the best education available, says Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A - Get Report) CEO Warren Buffett. Instead, their performance has lagged because the richest and most powerful families don't use them. Warren Buffett and his ukulele: The greatest hits - Market Watch, 03 May 2015 He’s a billionaire, and he likes to sing and play the ukulele. He’s a billionaire, and he can do whatever he wants. As the Berkshire Hathaway faithful gather in Omaha, Neb., this weekend, it’s quite possible 84-year-old Warren Buffett will serenade them, as he’s done in the past and as he did in a video released at Coca-Cola’s KO, -0.05%  shareholder meeting on Wednesday. Berkshire, of course, is a big Coke shareholder, and Buffett famously loves Cherry Coke. This is how much it costs to live next door to Warren Buffett - Money, 01 May 2015 Billionaire investor Warren Buffett famously still lives in the Omaha, Nebraska, home he bought in 1958 for $31,500. But the five-bedroom, 5 1/2-bath house that just went on sale right across the street is going for a bit more. Why Warren Buffett considers the deal he made with an 89-year-old woman one of the best of his career - Business Insider, 01 May 2015 Warren Buffett and Rose "Mrs. B" Blumkin in the early 1980s. Every year, undergraduate students from 40 universities compete for a trip to Omaha to spend a day with Warren Buffett.  The annual tradition always begins at Nebraska Furniture Mart (NFM), which Buffett acquired from the late Rose "Mrs. B" Blumkin in 1983 for his conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway.

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Warren Buffett: Stop Blaming the Rich for Income Inequality. If you really want to help, do this - Forbes, 22 May 2015 The world’s third-richest man weighed in on the national debate over rising levels of income disparity in the United States yesterday, saying that while the gaps between the country’s haves and have nots are definitely increasing, it is not the fault of those at the top. Who are Berkshire Hathaway's main competitors? - Investopedia, 19 May 2015 Led by renowned investor Warren Buffett, Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A) is involved with multiple sectors of industry, facing different competitors in each one. In the diversified holding sector, Berkshire competes against challengers such as Leucadia National Corporation (LUK). Which Top Dividend stocks get thumbs up from Buffett? - Investors.com, 18 May 2015 Four of IBD's top five dividend leaders are tobacco stocks, known for their hefty dividends. So what are the top five nontobacco stocks — and which two are owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRKA)? The Berkshire Hathaway Effect: Market Response to Berkshire’s Portfolio Changes - Dr David Kass, 18 May 2015 After the market closed on May 15, 2015, Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A, BRK.B) reported its equity holdings of U.S. based companies in its SEC 13F filing for the quarter ending March 31, 2015.  This report revealed numerous changes to Berkshire’s portfolio. Berkshire Hathaway heavyweights discuss Warren Buffett's presence in North Texas - Dallas Business Journal, 18 May 2015 Four of the top CEOs in North Texas have one thing in common – their boss. Dennis Knautz, president and CEO of Acme Brick; Carl Ice, president and CEO of BNSF Railway; Randy Watson, chairman and CEO of Justin Brands; and Paul Andrews, founder and CEO of TTI Inc. helm companies held by Warren Buffett’s company, Berkshire Hathaway. At a breakfast held Monday at the Fort Worth Club, the four gathered to talk about Buffett and Berkshire’s presence in North Texas. Part of Warren Buffett's sugar empire is getting healthier, just slightly - Fortune, 14 May 2015 Earlier this month, Warren Buffett faced criticism at Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting over the fact that many of the companies he owns or invests in sell products chock full of processed sugar. Now, one of the companies in Berkshire’s sugar empire is getting a bit healthier, at least for kids. Buffett Feels Hedge Fund Managers’ Chill After Warmth in Omaha - Bloomberg, 07 May 2015 Warren Buffett had plenty of admirers Saturday at the annual meeting of his Berkshire Hathaway Inc. in Omaha, Nebraska. Some hedge-fund managers in Las Vegas this week seem more inclined to throw stones at the investing legend. Despite Picketing Warren Buffett's Meeting, NetJets Pilots hope to Avoid Strike - The Street, 07 May 2015 One group that traveled to the annual meeting of Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway in Omaha, Neb., didn't go for the food or the discounted merchandise. Some 400 pilots employed by the company's NetJets subsidiary showed up to stage a public protest. 3 Big Reasons Warren Buffett is wrong about Whole Foods - The Street, 06 May 2015 Warren Buffett may think otherwise, but there are plenty of Americans who like shopping at Whole Foods Market (WFM - Get Report), a grocery chain known for its organic and health foods and other products. Why Warren Buffett is torn on the Minimum Wage - The Atlantic, 05 May 2015 Around this time last year, Warren Buffett seemed stumped by the question of minimum wage. "I thought about it for 50 years and I just don't know the answer on it," he told CNN. He hinted at the direction he was leaning—if minimum wage could be raised without hurting employment, he'd support raising it to $15, the number now targeted by many labor activists. Bill Gates: Capitalism is the wrong incentive here - CNBC, 05 May 2015 The richest person on the planet believes there are times when profits should not be the sole motivating factor for entrepreneurs. "Science that helps poor people is where capitalism really doesn't have the right incentive," Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates told CNBC in an interview that aired on "Squawk Box" on Tuesday. Buffett says next Berkshire CEO should be more than a Stock Picker - Bloomberg, 02 May 2015 Warren Buffett said Berkshire Hathaway Inc. should look beyond stock pickers when selecting its next chief executive officer. Warren Buffett denies that Berkshire Hathaway 'too big to fail' - Reuters, 02 May 2015 Warren Buffett on Saturday rejected the idea that Berkshire Hathaway Inc, a sprawling conglomerate he has built over 50 years, has grown so big that it is now too big to fail and requires tighter regulatory oversight. Berkshire starts 2015 on a more solid note - Morningstar, 01 May 2015 Ahead of its annual meeting this weekend, wide-moat-rated Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) released results for the first quarter of 2015 that were an improvement on prior-year earnings, but resulted in a rather lackluster improvement in book value per share. We do not expect to make any changes to our $168 per Class B share fair value estimate for the firm.

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Warren Buffett's Acquisitions

Was Warren Buffett right dumping these Stocks? - Insider Monkey, 13 March 2015 Warren Buffett is a savvy investor that always focuses for the long-term horizon while picking stocks. For example, Mr. Buffett held shares of Coca-Cola and American Express for at least more than a decade, both companies being included in Berkshire Hathaway's first publicly - available 13F filing for the second quarter of 2000 on SEC's website. Berkshire Hathaway closes Van Tuyl buyout, opens Auto Unit - Zacks, 11 March 2015 Berkshire Hathaway Inc. BRK.B has launched its automotive unit following the completion of its acquisition of privately held auto dealer Van Tuyl Group. Founded in 1955, Van Tuyl Group, the fifth-largest car dealership group in the U.S., owns 81 dealerships. The Top 8 dividend stocks owned by Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway - 24/7 Wall St, 10 March 2015 Investors love dividends. Now that the bull market is six years old and that the Federal Reserve is closer to raising interest rates, investors might be smart to consider which stocks they own and what the prospects are for each stock. Warren Buffett's Berkshire passes Exxon Mobil in market cap rankings - Market Watch, 06 March 2015 As Exxon Mobil Corp. continues to set session lows, reaching its weakest level in 17 months in the process, the oil-and-gas giant has fallen another notch on the market-cap tables. Berkshire Hathaway's increased stake in Suncor Energy - Market Realist, 03 March 2015 During the fourth quarter, Berkshire Hathaway increased its stake in Suncor Energy (SU) through the purchase of 3.9 million shares. After the position increase, Berkshire Hathaway held a total of 22.3 million shares in the company. Suncor Energy accounted for 0.65% of Berkshire Hathaway's fourth-quarter portfolio. Buffett's plan for more deals with 3G Sparks Kellogg Talk - Bloomberg, 02 March 2015 What comes after ketchup and doughnuts? Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Inc. teamed up with 3G Capital two years ago to acquire ketchup maker H.J. Heinz Co. and then helped finance 3G-owned Burger King Worldwide Inc.'s purchase of Canadian coffee-and-doughnut chain Tim Hortons Inc. Warren Buffett basks in sweet success of See's Candies, Bank of America deals - Business Times, 02 March 2015 Warren Buffett's widely anticipated letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders over the weekend did not disappoint. Wells Fargo, See's Candies and Bank of America all made appearances as Buffett reflected on the company's success last year as well as in the past half century since he and Charlie Munger took the reins. Berkshire's Buffett opposes putting Wilson on GM board - Reuters, 02 March 2015 Warren Buffett, Berkshire Hathaway's billionaire chief executive and one of the largest shareholders in General Motors Co, told CNBC on Monday he disagrees with putting former U.S. auto task force member Harry Wilson on the automaker's board.

Warren Buffett - The Investor

Buffett Sticks to $100,000 Salary - Bloomberg, 13 March 2015 Warren Buffett, the second-richest man in the U.S., has a message for the person who eventually replaces him as chief executive officer of Berkshire Hathaway Inc.: You'll be plenty wealthy, so don't complain about pay. Being the next Buffett is easy with latest Berkshire T-Shirt - Bloomberg, 13 March 2015 Warren Buffett has kept investors in the dark for decades about who will succeed him as chief executive officer of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Soon, shareholders will be able to insert themselves into the guessing game. Buffett's $1 billion NCAA bet goes bust – CNN Money, 12 March 2015 Don't even think about winning $1 billion picking the perfect NCAA bracket this year. And it's not because the odds of winning are infinitesimal. But because the companies behind the contest are too busy suing each other to organize another one this year. Warren Buffett will make another $70 million from bank dividends this year - Business Insider, 12 March 2015 Lots of people have cause to celebrate after many US banks passed the Federal Reserve's stress test on Wednesday and promptly announced plans to raise dividends. Chief among them is Warren Buffett. Why Warren Buffett's son isn't the heir apparent - CNBC, 11 March 2015 Gen. Douglas MacArthur's son, Arthur, escaped the towering shadow of his heroic dad only by changing his name and living as a recluse for most of his life. Bill Gates Jr., son of a renowned lawyer whose name graces a top global firm, eschewed the bookish discipline of law and dropped out of college to forge his own spectacular path in computer software and, lately, philanthropy. Warren Buffett just predicted the next 50 years for Berkshire Hathaway - Money, 10 March 2015 While the days of Berkshire's amazing 20% average annual returns are likely a thing of the past, Buffett expects Berkshire to outperform the market. Berkshire Hathaway is one of the most fascinating stories in the history of investing. Warren Buffett says go Airbnb - Forbes, 09 March 2015 Berkshire Hathaway will be celebrating its 50th anniversary the weekend of May 2, with attendance expected to exceed last year's record-breaking 39,000. Stuff Buffett says: The Oracle speaks on inequality, wages and a 'happy diet' - CNBC, 07 March 2015 It was 50 years ago that Warren Buffett took over Berkshire Hathaway. Yet believe it or not, there are some things the world's second richest man doesn't like about his job. 5 stock-market rules that Warren Buffett insists you follow - Market Watch, 05 March 2015 Warren Buffett's 50th annual Berkshire Hathaway shareholder letter included technical discussions about the insurance industry and other businesses Berkshire owns, but as usual it also contained some important lessons for individual investors. Here's the part Warren Buffett thinks you missed in his annual letter - The Wall Street Journal, 05 March 2015 Warren Buffett gave investors a lot to mull over in his latest annual letter. Tucked in between some self-flagellation about his investment in Tesco PLC and a note on the Berkshire Hathaway Inc. annual meeting, however, were a few paragraphs that Mr. Buffett expected to attract more attention than they did. Warren Buffett just Tweeted for the first time in a year - The Wall Street Journal, 05 March 2015 Warren Buffett just tweeted for the sixth time. The billionaire chairman of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., who boasts nearly a million Twitter followers even though he hasn't used the micro-blogging site in a year, popped up in his followers' feeds Thursday to help promote a new campaign from LeanIn.org. Warren Buffett: 'I consider myself a Journalist' - Bloomberg, 05 March 2015 Warren Buffett has a soft spot for the news business. He delivered the Washington Post as a teenager, and his Berkshire Hathaway Inc. owns more than two dozen papers. He also approaches investing like a reporter would chase a story. Warren Buffett's two tips on building successful businesses - Pass them along - Forbes, 04 March 2015 CEO Warren Buffett's recipe for business and life success is revealed in Berkshire Hathaway's 2014 annual report released last weekend. It's simple: Culture + Leadership + Trust = Wealth. How to Bag Warren Buffett's Bonanza - Forbes, 04 March 2015 You can't invest like Warren Buffett, but you can certainly take his advice and do well. A lot of scribes in this business say to emulate him, which is, well, impossible. He's gotten some great deals over the years and has done what few, if any, investors are able to do. 10 Quotes that show Warren Buffett's lighter side - Benzinga, 03 March 2015 The world of Wall Street can be an intense and serious place. Fortunes are gained and lost on every tick of the market. Sometimes the public perception of the successful stock trader is closer to a ruthless, cold-hearted shark than a charming, soft-spoken, laid-back gentleman such as Warren Buffett. Warren Buffett tells investors what they must consider before betting on Berkshire Hathaway - Business Insider, 02 March 2015 In his 50th annual letter to shareholders, Berkshire Hathaway chairman Warren Buffett spoke about the company's next 50 years. He's confident that Berkshire won't experience major financial problems and that the company's value will continue to grow over time. Here's how badly Warren Buffett beat the market - Business Insider, 02 March 2015 Warren Buffett has beaten the market to such an extreme degree that comparing his success to everyone else can't be done using a normal line chart. Warren Buffett, genius teddy bear - Bloomberg, 02 March 2015 Berkshire Hathaway released its 50th annual letter to shareholders this weekend. What investment secrets can we learn from this? Warren Buffett dishes on IBM, Deere, and Heading Berkshire Hathaway for 50 years - The Street, 02 March 2015 Warren Buffett said there is "no jockeying" between the two candidates likely to succeed him as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A - Get Report) (BRK.B - Get Report), the company he has run for 50 years. The 6 most important quotes from Warren Buffett's greatest Shareholder Letter ever - Time, 02 March 2015 Why did Berkshire under Buffett do so well? Last week, Berkshire Hathaway released its 2014 shareholder letter. Warren Buffett's letter, always closely followed, was particularly anticipated this year. Quotes & Quips from Warren Buffett's 2014 Shareholder Letter - The Wall Street Journal, 02 March 2015 Warren Buffett's annual letter to his Berkshire Hathaway Inc. shareholders is one of the most widely read corporate reports in the business community. That's partly because investors of all sorts–from small-time stock-pickers to the big-name hedge-fund folks–are curious to learn from one of the most successful capitalists in history. But it's also partly because the "Oracle of Omaha" simply has a way with words. Buffett expects big crowd, spectacle at shareholder meeting - Associated Press, 01 March 2015 The crowd at this year's Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting is likely to top 40,000 as the company marks 50 years of Warren Buffett's leadership. Berkshire's Golden Anniversary Letter a must-read - The Street, 01 March 2015 Berkshire Hathaway, the sprawling conglomerate run by Warren Buffett, released Buffett's annual letter to shareholders on Saturday morning. There is no investment communication, in my view, that is as widely anticipated as Buffett's annual letter. Buffett's words of wisdom - Yahoo Finance Contributors, 01 March 2015 Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett's sprawling 50th anniversary essay is a worthy read for anyone interested in business management or investing. It's filled with intriguing anecdotes of success and failure, coupled with nuggets of wisdom from the Oracle of Omaha's decades of experience. Buffett looks to succession, signals future growth problem - Reuters, 28 February 2015 In his 50 years at the helm of Berkshire Hathaway Inc, Warren Buffett has transformed a failing textile company into a sprawling conglomerate that has vastly outperformed most of the rest of corporate America. Annual report offers new clues about Buffett's successor - Associated Press, 28 February 2015 Billionaire Warren Buffett is proud of what he's built as Berkshire Hathaway's CEO over the past 50 years, but he's also willing to admit making a few costly mistakes along the way. Warren Buffett explains his cozy embrace - Bloomberg, 28 February 2015 Here are two of my favorite paragraphs from Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Golden Jubilee Shareholder Letter: Charlie Munger's Warren Buffett Tell-All - Bloomberg, 28 February 2015 Most big corporations are managed in a perversely counterproductive way that discourages good long-run leadership. Organize your company in a different way and maybe you'll do better. Buffett sees son Howard as 'Safety Valve' if next CEO Falters - Bloomberg, 28 February 2015 Warren Buffett said Berkshire Hathaway Inc. has a plan if his eventual replacement as chief executive officer isn't up to the job. Buffett's son Howard, as non-executive chairman, will be able to deal with an underperformer, the billionaire said in a letter published Saturday for shareholders. The Top 7 Lessons in Warren Buffett's Annual Letter to Shareholders - 24/7 Wall St, 28 February 2015 Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK-A) has released its annual letter, showing that earnings and book value rose in 2014 over 2013. While there are many points to evaluate on earnings, Warren Buffett himself has told shareholders for years now to evaluate the company based on its book value performance rather than its actual earnings report. Berkshire's Simple Secrets to Success - Morningstar, 28 February 2015 In the firm's annual letter to shareholders, Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger reflect on Berkshire Hathaway's history and future prospects. Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) released its fourth-quarter results and 2014 annual letter Saturday morning--required (and highly anticipated) reading for value investors and Warren Buffett acolytes the world over. Warren Buffett's annual zingers: Here are the 2015 letter's best one-liners - Fortune, 28 February 2015 Buffett has become known for his folksy one-liners. In this year's letter to shareholders, he doesn't disappoint. On Saturday morning, Berkshire Hathaway released CEO and legendary investor Warren Buffett's annual letter to shareholders. Why Warren Buffett is still so important to Investors today - The Street, 28 February 2015 The more complex the investing world gets, the more appealing Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A) Chairman Warren Buffett becomes. The cherry Coke-swilling 84-year old billionaire has been an inspiration to countless investors, from hotshot hedge fund managers to Toronto high school kids.

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Coke CEO's skips bonus, still gets big raise – CNN Money, 12 March 2015 Coca-Cola's CEO declined a $2.5 million bonus, but his total compensation still rose 20% despite what he calls a "challenging" year for the company. Listen to Buffett: All Share buybacks weren't created equal - Forbes, 12 March 2015 With the economy rebounding, easy credit flowing and anxiety high following the financial crisis, corporations have been sitting on huge amounts of cash in recent years. Warren Buffett shines spotlight on Europe's bond market - Reuters, 06 March 2015 Where Warren Buffett goes, others tend to follow, and bankers are predicting that Berkshire Hathaway's euro debut will open the US corporate issuance floodgates further. So far this year, US firms have already sold an impressive 30bn or so, according to Thomson Reuter's data. Moody's rates Berkshire's senior euro notes Aa2, stable outlook - Moody's, 05 March 2015 Moody's Investors Service has assigned Aa2 ratings to three tranches of senior unsecured notes being issued by Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (Berkshire -- long-term issuer rating Aa2, short-term issuer rating Prime-1, NYSE: BRKA). Peeling away the Layers of Berkshire Hathaway - Forbes, 05 March 2015 I can exhale now that the media's orgy of fascination with Berkshire Hathaway and Chairman/CEO Warren Buffett will pause now. After the release of the company's annual report and Buffett's shareholder letter last Saturday, we get a respite until Berkshire's annual meeting itself on May 2. Big banks get blasted by Yellen & Buffett - Yahoo Finance, 04 March 2015 Banks are under fire from some big names in the financial world. Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen told a New York audience on Tuesday "there may be pervasive shortcomings in the values of large financial firms that might undermine their safety and soundness." Wells Fargo & Co (WFC), Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS): What does Warren Buffett think about Big Banks? - Insider Monkey, 03 March 2015 Warren Buffett is an iconic figure in the investment space. Over the decades he managed to build an empire around his Berkshire Hathaway holding company. In addition to fully-owned subsidiaries, Mr. Buffett also holds $109 billion in shares of publicly-traded companies, the majority of which provided the "Oracle of Omaha" with impressive returns. Warren Buffett has a warning for people investing in a company because they love its CEO - Business Insider, 03 March 2015 This is Warren Buffett's warning from his 50th letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders that investors who hang too closely on the word or vision — but not results — of any one executive may find themselves one day disappointed. Buffett and Hedge Funds Share a Trait: No Alpha - Yahoo Finance, 03 March 2015 Aaron Seager, a portfolio manager at Arbor Hill Advisors, offered up the following charts showing alpha over the past 15 years for Warren Buffett and an index of Hedge Funds. Who is Jorge Paulo and how will he make Berkshire Hathaway Shareholders even more money? - Benzinga, 03 March 2015 In the world of Wall Street, there's not much higher praise than a vote of confidence from Warren Buffett himself. In his recent annual letter to Berkshire Hathaway Inc (NYSE: BRK-A) (NYSE: BRK-B) shareholders, Buffett specifically mentioned Swiss-Brazilian banker Jorge Paulo Lemann by name, claiming, "We feel good when working with Jorge Paulo." Warren Buffett: Strong Dollar makes for 'tough year' in 2015 - Benzinga, 03 March 2015 In his recent annual letter to Bershire Hathaway Inc shareholders, Warren Buffett discussed the strong U.S. dollar and its potential negative impacts on Berkshire's "Big Four" holdings: American Express Co (NYSE: AXP), The Coca-Cola Co (NYSE: KO), International Business Machines Corp (NYSE: IBM) and Wells Fargo Corp (NYSE: WFC). The Secret of Berkshire Hathaway - Yahoo Finance, 03 March 2015 The secret of Berkshire Hathaway is the same as my story above. There is no secret. Buffett's methods have been written about by legions; his methods are well known. The same applies to Charlie Munger. That's why in my opinion, there were no significant surprises in their 50th anniversary annual letter. Warren Buffett proves that Insourcing in America still works - Benzinga, 02 March 2015 In his recent annual letter to Berkshire Hathaway Inc. shareholders, billionaire investing icon Warren Buffett showed that his support for the American economy goes far beyond actively participating in its free market system. Buffett says US economy continues growing at moderate rate - Associated Press, 02 March 2015 Billionaire Warren Buffett says the U.S. economy continues to improve steadily, and he doesn't think investors should be disappointed with 2 percent growth each year. Meet the Men who may succeed Warren Buffett - The Wall Street Journal, 02 March 2015 Warren Buffett, the still-active 84 year-old boss of industrial conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway Inc. BRKA -0.75%, doesn't appear like a man preparing for retirement. But the question of succession hangs in the company's shadow. Investors are naturally curious about which executive from the stable is going to take over once the Oracle steps down. Warren Buffett's investing tip for LeBron James: Stick with an index fund - Market Watch, 02 March 2015 Warren Buffett isn't recommending stock picking, real estate or anything complicated to LeBron James. The billionaire investor essentially advised the multi-millionaire basketball star to keep it simple when James asked him for investing advice on Monday. Buffett: Greece shows weakness of 'shared currency' concept - CNBC, 02 March 2015 Berkshire Hathaway increased its net worth by $18.3 billion last year, the company said in its 50th annual letter on Saturday, with a "good year" marred in part by underperformance at its Santa Fe railroad unit. Berkshire profit falls 17% to $4.16 Billion on Investments - Bloomberg, 28 February 2015 Berkshire Hathaway Inc. said fourth-quarter profit slipped 17 percent as investment gains narrowed and underwriting results deteriorated at insurance units. Buffett's 2014 letter: Corporate cancers, preachers of pessimism and lessons of history - Market Watch, 28 February 2015 In his annual letter to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders, Chairman and Chief Executive Warren Buffett continues his tradition of delivering all sorts of cleverly worded musings on the markets, on the state of American business and on his own quirks and peculiarities (and how they affect his relationship with long time Berkshire vice-chair, Charlie

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Berkshire to buy German motorcycle equipment retailer - Reuters, 20 February 2015 Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Inc said on Friday it had agreed to buy German motorcycle apparel and accessories retailer Detlev Louis Motorrad-Vertriebs GmbH for a little more than 400 million euros ($456 million). Deere Shares pop after the SEC reports Buffett's increased Stake - The Street, 19 February 2015 After the closing bell Tuesday, the SEC released a filing showing that Berkshire Hathaway owns slightly more 17 million shares of Deere driving the stock up 2% at the opening bell on Wednesday. Warren Buffett buys a stake in Rupert Murdoch's 21st Century Fox - Fortune, 17 February 2015 Berkshire Hathaway, billionaire Warren Buffett's investment vehicle, beefed up its media holdings in the fourth quarter by taking a stake in 21st Century Fox. Buffett ends $3.7 billion Exxon Investment amid Global Oil Rout - Bloomberg, 17 February 2015 Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Inc. exited a $3.7 billion investment in Exxon Mobil Corp. amid a slump in oil prices. Meet the 2015 Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway Stocks - 24/7 Wall St, 17 February 2015 Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK-A) has made its quarterly filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission for its holdings as of December 31, 2014. For all practical purposes, this filing is a fresh representation of Warren Buffett's 2015 stock holdings — with many big changes!

Warren Buffett - The Investor

STREET DOGS: Sage of Omaha insights - Business Day, 26 February 2015 From The Essays of Warren Buffett: Lessons from Corporate America by Lawrence Cunningham Buffett: 'Baby you can drive my car' - Yahoo Finance, 20 February 2015 Warren Buffett is considered by some as the world's greatest investor, but this is a rate of return even the Oracle of Omaha would be hard pressed to match. Buffett dons biker gear with German deal - Financial Times, 20 February 2015 Warren Buffett is adding biker gear to Berkshire Hathaway's swelling family of businesses, in what the billionaire investor hopes will be a "door opener" to more acquisitions in Europe. What was the largest company Warren Buffett ever bought through Berkshire Hathaway? - Investopedia, 19 February 2015 The largest acquisition that Warren Buffett has made through Berkshire Hathaway is the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway Corporation (BNI), acquired in 2010 for a total purchase price of somewhere between $28 and $34 billion. What is Warren Buffett's relation to "Supercat" insurance? - Investopedia, 17 February 2015 Warren Buffett, or rather Berkshire Hathaway, is a big player in the super-catastrophe catastrophe reinsurance business. Buffett said, "We sell policies that insurance and reinsurance companies purchase in order to limit their losses when mega-catastrophes strike. How does the "Buffett Premium" increase Berkshire Hathaway's stock price? - Investopedia, 12 February 2015 Though not an official term, the "Buffett premium" theory is an idea that Buffett's name or presence adds value to Berkshire Hathaway's stock price. What is Warren Buffett's annual salary at Berkshire Hathaway? - Investopedia, 11 February 2015 Berkshire Hathaway pays Warren Buffett a $100,000 annual salary, technically speaking. His total compensation was around $7.7 million in 2006, including bonuses and other pay. Why doesn't Warren Buffett name a successor for Berkshire Hathaway? - Investopedia, 11 February 2015 In 2014, Warren Buffett named his son, Howard, as his cultural successor at Berkshire Hathaway. Howard will not have an executive role, but will instead work to maintain the values and ideals Warren has used to guide the company. 5 Things you didn't know about Warren Buffett - Fox Business, 03 February 2015 Warren Buffett, celebrating 50 years at Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A), will sit down for an exclusive interview with FBN's Liz Claman on Wednesday.

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What is Charlie Munger's current role at Berkshire Hathaway, and what is his history with the company? - Investopedia, 20 February 2015 Charlie Munger has been vice-chairman of Berkshire Hathaway since 1979. Essentially, Munger acts as the right-hand man and investment partner of legendary investor Warren Buffett. Why doesn't Warren Buffett split Berkshire Hathaway stock? - Investopedia, 16 February 2015 Warren Buffett has never done a stock split of Berkshire Hathaway Class A shares (BRK.A), and he has flatly stated that Class A shares will never undergo a split. Buffett's reasoning for not doing a stock split of BRK.A is right in line with his basic investment philosophy. Why doesn't Berkshire Hathaway pay a dividend? - Investopedia, 16 February 2015 Berkshire Hathaway does not pay a dividend because its chairman and CEO, Warren Buffett, believes it is more auspicious to allocate the company's earnings in other ways. What is the difference between Berkshire Hathaway's Class A and Class B shares? - Investopedia, 16 February 2015 The primary difference between Berkshire Hathaway Class A stock and Class B stock is one of price. Because of the price difference, Class B shares offer increased flexibility for investors and also provide a potential tax benefit. Does the massive size of Berkshire Hathaway reduce its future returns? - Investopedia, 10 February 2015 Berkshire Hathaway ranks among the most valuable companies in the United States, alongside such names as Google, Microsoft and Exxon Mobil. It has consistently outperformed the S&P 500 over the course of four decades and reported record profits of $19.5 billion in 2013. Why did Berkshire Hathaway create Class B shares? - Investopedia, 10 February 2015 Berkshire Hathaway was content with its highly valued, single class of stock with Warren Buffett vowing never to let it split. He felt it was best to attract long-term investors, not those who worried about day-to-day fluctuations. Is there any history of insider trading with Warren Buffett or Berkshire Hathaway? - Investopedia, 10 February 2015 Berkshire Hathaway came under intense scrutiny in 2011 for possible insider trading prior its acquisition of the chemicals company Lubrizol. Warren Buffett: 'Keystone Should Be Done' - Fox Business, 10 February 2015 Warren Buffett, the famed investor and Berkshire Hathaway chief, told the FOX Business Network Wednesday that the Obama administration should approve TransCanada's (TRP) Keystone XL pipeline.

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Warren Buffett Watch: Duracell deal ups profile of tax benefit - Omaha.com, 25 January 2015 Finance-watcher Allan Sloan analysed Berkshire Hathaway Inc.'s pending Procter & Gamble/Duracell deal for the Washington Post and said it uses a once-minor tax loophole known as a "cash-rich split-off" that has become big enough to make him "sit up and pay serious attention." Warren Buffett Bets on these top Stocks for 2015 - The Motley Fool, 24 January 2015 The New Year is here, and Warren Buffett has more than $35 billion staked in three companies that are household names. Recovery in Tesco shares rubs salt in Warren Buffett's £422m wound - This is Money, 24 January 2015 Warren Buffett may be known as the 'Sage of Omaha'. But he appears to have been stumped by the seismic shifts in the UK grocery market – and by one Hertfordshire-based supermarket in particular. IBM is giving Warren Buffett another bad day - CNBC, 21 January 2015 Warren Buffett had a couple of billion-dollar loser days in October, and so far January isn't doing him any favours either. IBM's 3.6 percent drop in early trading Wednesday cost the "Oracle of Omaha" some $397 million, based on his 70,478,012 shares as of September 30. (His end-of-year holdings won't be public until mid-February). Short Sellers change bets against Top Warren Buffett Stocks - 24/7 Wall St, 13 January 2015 Everyone seems to still be enamoured with Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK-A). Unfortunately, the Oracle of Omaha and his top trading professionals have come under at least some scrutiny of late over their top investment choices. Time has historically been on Buffett's side. Buffett's MidAmerican to complete Iowa wind project by Year-End - Bloomberg, 13 January 2015 MidAmerican Energy Co., a utility unit at Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK/A), expects to complete the 1,050-megawatt Wind VIII development in Iowa this year after finishing three of five wind farms in the fourth quarter. BNSF Railway re-evaluates plan for safer cars amid client talks - Bloomberg, 11 January 2015 BNSF Railway Co., the railroad owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK/A), is reconsidering a plan to buy 5,000 oil-tank cars built to new safety standards after some customers voiced concern about the initiative. Berkshire soars as Buffett shifts focus to Takeovers - Bloomberg, 5 January 2015 Warren Buffett said last year that Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK/A)'s future will be about buying big businesses and expanding them over time. As he celebrates his golden anniversary running the company, investors are rallying behind the idea.

Warren Buffett - The Investor

40 Bucks to $10 million: What Warren Buffett can teach you - Daily Finance, 23 January 2015 You've probably seen the headline -- "Warren Buffett Tells You How to turn $40 into $10 Million." Who can resist a story about the legendary investor telling you how to turn what is basically pocket change into a multimillion-dollar fortune? Warren Buffett's 3 words of Advice to make Investors rich - Business Insider, 21 January 2015 Warren Buffett has lots of advice for investors, and it comes down to this: Get over yourself. Stop thinking that there's a magical secret formula for making tons of money overnight, and that you can discover it because you're smarter than any other investor out there. Warren Buffett: Should the Oracle of Omaha stop picking stocks? - Yahoo Finance, 20 January 2015 Stocks are looking a wee bit higher as we roll into the meat of earnings season. Friday's rally took us right back into the wide trading range on the S&P 500 (^GSPC) but could not save us from another drop on the week. So far this year the index for grown-ups is down 1.92%. How the Wisdom of Warren Buffett can save you a Fortune in Credit Card Costs - US News, 19 January 2015 Who doesn't listen to Warren Buffett? The chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway is the most iconic investor of all time and has been enormously influential for decades. Warren Buffett Watch: Berkshire meeting to offer anniversary book, more time for sales - Omaha.com, 18 January 2015 Good news for shareholders who shop at Berkshire Hathaway Inc.'s annual meeting. For the first time, the exhibition hall at the CenturyLink Center Omaha will be open for business on the Friday afternoon before the meeting, as well as during the Saturday meeting on May 2. EXCLUSIVE: Warren Buffett reveals what he'd do with his last $20K - Benzinga, 13 January 2015 Warren Buffett, Chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-B), was in Detroit last month. The billionaire sat down with Quicken Loans Chairman and Founder Dan Gilbert, along with President and Chief Marketing Officer Jay Farner, for an hour-long chat. Warren Buffett's Successors got 2014 all wrong - Business Insider, 13 January 2015 Berkshire Hathaway's Todd Combs and Ted Weschler both failed to beat the market this year, according to a Fortune report. Although Berkshire does not provide individual manager returns, Fortune calculated Combs' portfolio as down 0.3 percent. Chasing Warren Buffet's Alpha - CFA Institute, 11 January 2015 From November 1976 to the end of 2011, Warren Buffett delivered an average annual return of 19% in excess of the Treasury bill rate, as measured by shares of his publicly traded conglomerate, Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A, BRK.B), versus a 6.1% average excess return for the stock market. A Shining Example of Warren Buffett's Superhuman Stock-Picking - The Motley Fool, 05 January 2015 If on Jan. 1, 1980, you had invested in the S&P 500 and held that position until today, your investment would have returned about 1,880% including fully reinvested dividends -- not bad. The most unfortunate thing Warren Buffett ever said - USA Today, 22 December 2014 I admire Warren Buffett as much as the next person, but I believe most investors could do without one bit of his folksy wisdom: "If history books were the key to riches, the Forbes 400 would consist of librarians." Buffett reminds his Top Managers: Reputation is everything - The Wall Street Journal, 19 December 2014 Warren Buffett's "All-Stars" are getting their biennial reminder this month that they need to guard Berkshire Hathaway Inc.'s reputation–and plan for the future. Warren Buffett & Charlie Munger on How to be a hack - Ben Carlson's Tumblr, 19 December 2014 I have a confession to make — I'm a hack. That's right. I'm consistently stealing ideas from people that are smarter than me and using them to my advantage. Warren Buffett looks ahead to Berkshire's next 50 years - The Wall Street Journal, 12 December 2014 Warren Buffett says that lately he's been pondering the future of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. more than usual. Like in years past, he has been busy composing his annual letter to shareholders reviewing Berkshire's performance in 2014.

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2 Handy Warren Buffett Tips for the Current Rout in Oil Stocks - The Motley Fool, 27 January 2015 It is in these episodes of uncertainty that the timeless principles of investing maestro Warren Buffett might stand out. George Soros may be in a car race with Warren Buffett - Fortune, 26 January 2015 Another octogenarian billionaire is reportedly considering getting into the auto dealership business. Trade magazine Automotive News reported Monday that Soros Fund Management, run by the investor and philanthropist George Soros, sent representatives to last week's National Automotive Dealers Association conference in San Francisco over the weekend to research the industry and find potential investing opportunities. Warren Buffett Stocks: 3 Dividend Aristocrats from Berkshire Hathaway's portfolio - The Motley Fool, 25 January 2015 To be considered a Dividend Aristocrat, a company must boast a history of at least 25 consecutive years of uninterrupted dividend growth. Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO), Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG), and Wal-Mart (NYSE: WMT) are not only part of that select group, they are also included in Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A) (NYSE: BRK-B) portfolio. Warren Buffett is wrong: The Bitcoin proof - CFA Institute, 14 January 2015 When I first took a serious look at bitcoin, I focused on its potential as a currency. It was hard not to notice the enthusiasm for bitcoin among a number of its proponents. But I balked nevertheless. Warren Watch: Buffett taps 'Breaking Bad' - Omaha.com, 11 January 2015 It took a while to make it to YouTube, but actress Anna Gunn's description of meeting Warren Buffett and the Rolling Stones' Keith Richards at a party may still be worth retelling. This Guy is the next Warren Buffett - Go Banking Rates, 06 January 2015 Some phenomena happen so rarely that we'll wait years before seeing them, like the reappearance of Halley's Comet, or the Detroit Lions winning their first Super Bowl. Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Portfolio: A Free Cash Flow - Seeking Alpha, 29 December 2014 On November 14, 2014, Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.A) (NYSE:BRK.B) filed its 13-F filing with the SEC and disclosed its equity portfolio as of September 30, 2014. I am not a big fan of government in general, but I do love the SEC "EDGAR" database because four times a year the SEC requires major gurus in the stock market to list their most current equity portfolios EXCLUSIVE: Warren Buffett on why America has the 'Secret Sauce' - Benzinga, 29 December 2014 One issue Buffett discussed was America itself. When asked about the simple truth that most people misunderstand, he replied: "I would think currently, most people think America is on the wrong track. They think that the American dream is gone or something." Fund manager: Why Coca-Cola has lost its way - USA Today, 28 December 2014 David Winters may not be Coca-Cola's (KO) biggest investor, but he is probably the loudest. Earlier this year, Winters, whose investment group Wintergreen Advisers owns over $100 million in Coke stock lambasted the beverage company for its profligate executive compensation plan.