Berkshire to boost investments in Japanese trading houses
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Feb 22 2025
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Source: Reuters
Berkshire Hathaway's Investment Plans: Warren Buffett announced that Berkshire Hathaway plans to increase its ownership in five Japanese trading houses, which have agreed to relax ownership limits, allowing Berkshire's stakes to rise from below 10%.
Long-term Strategy and Financial Outlook: Buffett emphasized a long-term investment strategy with expectations of significant dividend income and highlighted the positive relationship between Berkshire and the trading houses, which are involved in various sectors including commodities and logistics.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
