Global Market Turmoil Tests Warren Buffett's Japanese Investments: Despite Initial 30% Plunge, Berkshire Hathaway's $20B Bet On Japan's Trading Giants Recovers
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Global market turmoil originating in Japan caused a significant but temporary decline in Japanese stocks, impacting Warren Buffett's $20 billion investment in Japanese trading houses. Despite an initial 30% plunge, the market recovered most losses by the end of the week. Berkshire Hathaway's strategic shift includes selling half of its Apple stake and increasing U.S. Treasury holdings.
August 12, 2024 | 8:24 am
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Berkshire Hathaway sold half of its Apple stake, raising substantial cash reserves. This move suggests Buffett is preparing for a potential market correction.
The sale of a significant portion of Apple shares by Berkshire Hathaway could indicate a bearish outlook, potentially leading to short-term downward pressure on Apple's stock price.
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Berkshire Hathaway's $20 billion investment in Japanese trading houses faced a temporary 30% decline but recovered most losses by the end of the week. The company also sold half of its Apple stake.
Despite the initial plunge, the recovery of Japanese stocks and Berkshire's strategic moves, including selling Apple shares and increasing U.S. Treasury holdings, indicate a positive short-term outlook.
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