From Yahoo Finance: 2025-05-23 03:06:00

Warren Buffett’s first-quarter purchases reveal investments in “indefinite” holdings and additions to two legal monopolies. Institutional investors eagerly await Berkshire Hathaway’s Form 13F filings for insights on Wall Street trends. Buffett’s net sales have totaled $174.4 billion, but he remains an active buyer, focusing on long-term stocks and Japanese trading companies. Buffett’s lieutenants, Combs and Weschler, influence Berkshire’s portfolio with strategic investments in legal monopolies like Sirius XM and VeriSign. Buffett’s retirement plans in 2025 signal a shift towards a more active role for Combs and Weschler in trading activity. Berkshire Hathaway’s investment strategy emphasizes market leaders with potential for growth and value. Interested investors should consider the Motley Fool’s top 10 stock picks for potential high returns compared to the S&P 500. American Express partners with Motley Fool Money, and Buffett holds positions in various recommended stocks.

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