Berkshire Hathaway's Insurance Resilience

This chapter explores the crucial impact of Berkshire Hathaway's insurance operations on its growth and capital allocation amid economic challenges. It highlights Warren Buffett's investment strategies, the firm's financial strength, and the importance of long-term thinking in investing.

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In today’s episode, we sit down with author and George Washington University Professor of Law, Lawrence Cunningham. Most known for his wildly successful publication of Warren Buffett’s Essays, Lawrence is the most prolific researcher and author of Buffett and Berkshire, having written over two dozen books on the topic.

This was a very fun and wide-ranging discussion, so sit back and enjoy our discussion with Lawrence Cunningham.

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:

What separates Warren Buffett from the average investor
How to identify a quality investment
How to distinguish good management from bad
What may happen to Berkshire beyond Buffett
Is Berkshire currently undervalued?
Are investing mistakes come from picking the wrong business than paying too much for a great business?

BOOKS AND RESOURCES

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Lawrence Cunningham’s signature book: The Essays of Warren Buffett
Lawrence Cunningham’s book on Quality Investing: Quality Investing
Lawrence Cunningham’s book on Quality Shareholders: Quality Shareholders
Lawrence Cunningham’s book on Berkshires operating structure and corporate culture: Margin of Trust
#1 book on philosophy that addresses the definition of “Quality”: Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
David Sokol (Warren Buffett’s protege) book: Pleased but not Satisfied
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