Investment Philosophy
Our approach combines value investing principles with a focus on acquiring and holding outstanding businesses for the long term.
Core Investment Principles
Long-term Perspective
We invest in businesses with the intention of holding them indefinitely, focusing on sustainable competitive advantages.
Value-based Approach
We seek companies trading below their intrinsic value, providing a margin of safety for our investments.
Quality Management
We partner with exceptional management teams who operate with integrity and focus on shareholder value.
Our Companies
A diverse portfolio of businesses operating across multiple industries, each contributing to Berkshire Hathaway's sustained growth.
Insurance
- GEICO
- General Re
- Berkshire Hathaway Reinsurance
Energy
- Berkshire Hathaway Energy
- PacifiCorp
- MidAmerican Energy
Manufacturing
- Precision Castparts
- Lubrizol
- IMC International
Retail
- Nebraska Furniture Mart
- See's Candies
- Pampered Chef
Transportation
- BNSF Railway
- NetJets
- FlightSafety
Real Estate
- Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
- Clayton Homes
- Shaw Industries
Financial Performance
Track record of exceptional returns through market cycles and long-term value creation.
Operating Earnings by Sector
| Sector | 2023 (Millions) | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Insurance | 2,462 | +15.3% |
| Railroad | $5,858 | +8.2% |
| Utilities & Energy | $4,276 | +12.7% |
| Manufacturing | $9,547 | +10.4% |
Key Financial Metrics
Leadership Team
Meet the experienced leadership team guiding Berkshire Hathaway's long-term success.
Warren Buffett
Chairman & CEO
Leading Berkshire Hathaway's value-focused investment strategy since 1965.
Charlie Munger
Vice Chairman
Partnering with Warren Buffett to drive Berkshire's investment decisions.
Greg Abel
Vice Chairman of Non-Insurance Operations
Overseeing Berkshire's non-insurance business operations.
Ajit Jain
Vice Chairman of Insurance Operations
Marc Hamburg
Senior Vice President & CFO
Todd Combs
Investment Manager
Ted Weschler
Investment Manager
Our leadership team maintains an unwavering commitment to Berkshire's core principles of value creation and ethical business practices.
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