Buffett to Step Down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway in 2025, Investment Portfolio Reaches $316 Billion
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Source: Fool
- Leadership Transition: Warren Buffett will step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway on December 31, 2025, while remaining chairman of the board, marking a significant shift in the company's leadership.
- Investment Portfolio Size: As of 2025, Berkshire's investment portfolio has reached a market value of $316 billion, encompassing nearly four dozen holdings, showcasing the company's success in diversified investments.
- Continuation of Buyback Program: Incoming CEO Greg Abel has pledged to continue the stock buyback program, with Buffett having spent nearly $78 billion since July 2018 to repurchase over 12% of outstanding shares, aimed at enhancing earnings per share.
- Strategic Adjustments: Abel is expected to actively manage smaller investments ranging from $10 million to $2 billion and may increase core holdings in technology and healthcare stocks, reflecting a shift in the company's investment strategy.
Analyst Views on BRK.A
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About BRK.A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. and its subsidiaries are engaged in diverse business activities, including insurance and reinsurance, utilities and energy, freight rail transportation, manufacturing, services and retailing. Its segments include Insurance, Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF), Berkshire Hathaway Energy (BHE), Pilot Travel Centers (Pilot), Manufacturing, McLane Company (McLane), and Service and retailing. The Insurance segment includes GEICO, Berkshire Hathaway Primary Group, and Berkshire Hathaway Reinsurance Group. The BNSF segment includes the operation of railroad systems in North America. BHE segment offers regulated electric and gas utilities and real estate brokerage activities. Manufacturing segment manufacturers various products, such as industrial, consumer and building products. The McLane segment is engaged in wholesale distribution of groceries and non-food items. The Pilot segment is an operator of travel centers in North America and a marketer of wholesale fuel.
About the author
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.
