Investment Thesis
Berkshire combines low-cost insurance float with durable operating companies and a concentrated equity portfolio. Conservative leverage and disciplined capital deployment enable resilient compounding through cycles.
- Float Advantage: GEICO, General Re, and specialty reinsurance supply low-cost capital for acquisitions and market investments.
- Operating Pillars: BNSF, Berkshire Hathaway Energy, and precision manufacturing businesses provide diversified cash flow.
- Capital Allocation: Opportunistic buybacks, selective M&A, and a concentrated equity book (Apple, financials, energy) drive per-share growth.