Shares of Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway have fallen over 12% since May due to underperforming businesses and a $5 billion write-down on investment in Kraft Heinz. Buffett’s announcement of retirement and tech stock rebounds have contributed to the decline. Despite this, Buffett has $344.1 billion in cash and equivalents. Buffett, who turns 95 on Aug. 30, has been CEO since 1970. Berkshire owns a variety of businesses, including Geico, Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad, and Apple. Berkshire is still a major investor in companies like American Express and Coca-Cola. Berkshire’s shares are up 4.5% in 2025, and the S&P 500 is up 6.1%. The company’s 10-Q report notes vulnerability to economic and geopolitical events. Berkshire’s B shares are down compared to the S&P 500 over the past six months. Buffett’s announcement of retirement has created uncertainty for investors. Berkshire’s stock has been struggling since May peak.

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