07 Jun 2021
2h 58m

Berkshire Hathaway Part III

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In the third episode of their Berkshire Hathaway series, Ben and David analyze Warren Buffett's investment strategies from 1992 onward, contrasting his value investing approach with the rise of technology and the internet. They discuss key events such as Buffett's meeting with Bill Gates, the investment in Coca-Cola, the acquisition of Gen Re, and the pivotal decision to invest in Apple. The hosts debate Buffett's investment decisions, particularly his avoidance of technology stocks and his later success with Apple, and explore the challenges of managing Berkshire Hathaway's massive capital base. They also discuss potential future scenarios for Berkshire under new leadership, grading Buffett's overall performance and discussing their own investment decisions regarding Berkshire stock.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction and Early Encounters

Part 2: Business Philosophies and Crisis Response

Part 3: Succession and Investment Strategy

Part 4: Future Outlook and Career Assessment

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