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History of Warren Buffet and Berkshire Hathaway

Tuhin Hossain by Tuhin Hossain
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Table of Contents

  • The Billionaire-Filled World of Berkshire Hathaway.
  • History: From Textiles to Investment Portfolios.
  • Warren Buffett’s Leadership: The Oracle of Omaha.
  • The Culture at Berkshire Hathaway.
  • Investing Strategies: Long Term Value Investing.
  • Expansion Through Mergers and Acquisitions.
  • Philanthropy: Giving Back to the Community.
  • Conclusion.

 

The Company Berkshire Hathaway was initially invested in by Warren Buffet. After agreeing terms for the company to buy back his shares he scammed and instead of selling in 1964 he bought more shares and thus took control of the failing textile company.

In 1967 Warren Buffet bought the National Indemnity Company which moved Berkshire Hathaway into the insurance business. In 1985 the company closed the last textile factory.

Since then it has gone on to become one of the world’s most successful and recognizable companies, becoming a financial juggernaut with over $700 billion in market capitalization.

 

AOL Leadership All-Hands. Photo By mrtoxikk. Flickr.
AOL Leadership All-Hands. Photo By mrtoxikk. Flickr.

 

The Billionaire-Filled World of Berkshire Hathaway.

Berkshire Hathaway was founded in 1839 as a textile manufacturing company, the company grew and developed as a manufacturing business.

Following his initial investment in 1962, legendary investor Warren Buffett, took over the business and fired the chairman. After a few years he changed the direction of the company by purchasing an insurance company.

Berkshire Hathaway continually developed and now has a portfolio of businesses and investments that have made it one of the wealthiest companies in history. The success of these associated shareholders and board members significantly boosted its prestige. 

Several other prominent billionaires have stakes in the company, including media mogul Ted Turner and American business magnate Charles Munger.

The results speak for themselves for under their leadership, Berkshire Hathway has consistently achieved growth since its inception.

 

Berkshire Hathaway Textiles. Photo By Michael Belanger. Flickr.
Berkshire Hathaway Textiles. Photo By Michael Belanger. Flickr.

 

History: From Textiles to Investment Portfolios.

Berkshire Hathaway is a holding company headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. It has a long and diverse history, beginning as a textile business in the late 19th century. 

Oliver Chace started the textiles business that began Berkshire Hathaway in 1839. Chace named his company ‘Valley Falls Company’ after its location along the Blackstone River near Valley Falls, Rhode Island.

Through various mergers and acquisitions over the next several decades, it became known as Berkshire Fine Spinning Associates before being acquired by Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger’s investment vehicle – Berkshire Hathaway – in 1965 for $14 million.

 

Warren Buffett. Photo By Bruno Falconi. Flickr.
Warren Buffett. Photo By Bruno Falconi. Flickr.

 

Warren Buffett’s Leadership: The Oracle of Omaha.

Berkshire Hathaway’s chair, Warren Buffett, is one of the most successful investors in history. Known as “The Oracle of Omaha” for his remarkable business acumen, Buffett has guided Berkshire Hathaway to become one of the largest companies in the World.

His leadership style emphasizes long-term investment strategies, value-based acquisition decisions, and a focus on creating shareholder value.

Throughout his career, Buffett has consistently emphasized a philosophy that values corporate integrity and prudent decision-making. His preference to acquire existing businesses rather than build new ones from scratch.

His integrated network gives him access to high-quality resources that increase and continue to grow over time. He also seeks out investments with strong fundamentals and consistent returns which offer reliable profits for his shareholders over extended periods.

 

Was quite incredible to meet Warren Buffett himself at the annual Berkshire Hathaway shareholder meeting in early May of this year. Photo by Boyd Jones. Flickr.
Meeting Warren Buffett at the annual Berkshire Hathaway shareholder meeting. Photo by Boyd Jones. Flickr.

 

The Culture at Berkshire Hathaway.

Berkshire Hathaway is one of the World’s most successful companies, and it adopted a business culture that contributed to this success. The company’s culture is centered around integrity and customer service, with Warren Buffet as its leader.

Buffet has created a culture that focuses on providing customers with high-quality products, services, and experiences worldwide.

Employees at Berkshire Hathaway are encouraged to think critically and independently. They are also taught to put their customer’s needs before their own by providing personalized solutions and insights into their industries.

This focus on ethics is further enforced by the company’s commitment to transparency, fairness, and respect for all stakeholders—from shareholders to employees. Employees are taught to learn about a task by treating it as an art and taking pride in the work as valuable.

 

Moore's Law over 120 Years. Photo by Steve Jurvetson. Flickr.
Moore’s Law over 120 Years. Photo by Steve Jurvetson. Flickr.

 

Investing Strategies: Long Term Value Investing.

Long-Term Value Investing is investing to generate potentially larger long-term profits and consistent wealth. It focuses on picking undervalued stocks which allows investors to purchase them at a low price and benefit from their increase in value.

Berkshire Hathaway, the multinational conglomerate, is a shining example of this investment strategy in action.

Long-term value investing involves researching companies with solid fundamentals, such as strong balance sheets, competitive advantages, and future growth potential. Investors should look for companies trading at prices below their current or future values to maximize investment returns.

Another important aspect is diversification across sectors and asset classes.  This helps reduce risk while boosting returns.

 

Dominion Energy pledges support of VNG employees during ceremony. Photo by Virginia Guard Public Affairs. Flickr.
Dominion Energy pledges support of VNG employees during ceremony. Photo by Virginia Guard Public Affairs. Flickr.

 

Expansion Through Mergers and Acquisitions.

Berkshire Hathaway is a holding company with subsidiaries in diverse industries such as insurance, energy, finance, retail, and manufacturing. Through mergers and acquisitions (M&A), Berkshire Hathaway has expanded its operations globally and increased its presence within various industries. 

Today, Berkshire Hathway continues to acquire businesses across a broad range of sectors. In 2020 alone, the company made several significant acquisitions, including Dominion Energy’s natural gas transmission and storage business, for $10 billion, Duracell from Procter & Gamble for $4.7 billion, and Navigator Holdings, a natural gas liquids transportation provider, for $560 million. Berkshire also owns over 5.5% of Apple.

 

Berkshire Hathaway, shareholders' meeting. Photo By TEDizen. Flickr.
Berkshire Hathaway, shareholders’ meeting. Photo By TEDizen. Flickr.

 

Philanthropy: Giving Back to the Community.

Philanthropy is giving back to the community through donations and volunteerism. Billionaire Warren Buffett, who heads Berkshire Hathaway, has been a leader in philanthropy for years.

Buffett’s commitment to creating positive change sets an example for others, with his contributions totalling more than $25 billion over his lifetime. 

Buffett has given generously to various causes, including educational institutions such as the University of Nebraska Lincoln and Johns Hopkins University; charities such as the Children’s Vaccine Program and the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation; and various disaster relief efforts around the World.

In 2006, he committed 85% of his wealth (approximately $37 billion) to charitable organizations, making him one of America’s most generous philanthropists.

 

Conclusion.

In conclusion, Berkshire Hathaway is a powerful financial force, and its billionaire members are the driving power behind its massive success.

Warren Buffett and the other members of Berkshire Hathaway have made smart decisions when it comes to investing, generating vast wealth in the process.

The company continues to grow and evolve as markets change and new opportunities present themselves. As such, Berkshire Hathaway is likely to remain an influential force in the finance world for many years to come.

 

Sources: THX News, Berkshire Hathaway & Wikipedia.

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Tuhin is very loyal and was one of the first THX News volunteers in 2021. He has over 10 years of experience in content creation and research. As a team leader, with an excellent management skills, he has shown time and again that he understands what engages an audience. Tuhin is based in Jessore, Bangladesh, where he lives with his wife and young son. He runs his own consultancy and online business which are testament to his continued skills in this area.

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