Charlie Munger And Warren Buffett's Final Deal Falls Through Despite $157B Berkshire Cash Reserves
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Charlie Munger and Warren Buffett's final deal did not materialize despite Berkshire Hathaway's substantial cash reserves of nearly $160 billion. Munger, the late vice chairman, remained optimistic about the company's ability to make a significant acquisition, known as the 'elephant' deal. Berkshire Hathaway has made sizeable purchases in the past but has not secured a deal matching the scale Buffett and Munger sought. The responsibility for such a transaction may pass to the next generation of leaders. Berkshire Hathaway's shares closed slightly higher on Thursday.
December 01, 2023 | 3:28 am
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Berkshire Hathaway's Class A shares closed 0.3% higher despite news of a missed 'elephant' deal. The company's strong cash position may signal readiness for future acquisitions.
The news of the failed deal might have been expected by the market, as the share price did not significantly drop. The company's large cash reserves and readiness for future deals could maintain investor confidence in the short term.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 75
RELEVANCE 100
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Berkshire Hathaway's Class B shares also closed 0.3% higher, reflecting the company's solid financial position and potential for significant future investments.
Similar to the Class A shares, the Class B shares' slight increase suggests that investors are not overly concerned with the missed deal and are possibly optimistic about future acquisition opportunities.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 75
RELEVANCE 100