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Misconceptions About Berkshire Hathaway
This chapter discusses the misconceptions and misunderstandings about Berkshire Hathaway, including the belief that it is just a mutual fund or alternative. It explains the advantages and unique features of Berkshire Hathaway, such as its ability to move capital tax-free between subsidiaries and the high-quality float in its insurance business.
Robert Leonard chats with Adam Mead about his book, “The Complete Financial History of Berkshire Hathaway: A Chronological Analysis of Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger's Conglomerate Masterpiece.”
Aside from being a Buffett enthusiast and lifelong learner of business, Adam is the CEO and Chief Investment Officer of Mead Capital Management, LLC.
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:
• 00:00 - Intro
• 02:54 - Who is Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger?
• 02:54 - How did they influence each other’s investing approach?
• 06:36 - Who is Benjamin Graham and what was his impact on Buffett?
• 08:46 - What is value investing and why is it relevant in today’s market?
• 25:12 - The evolution of Berkshire Hathaway (BRK) and common misconceptions about it.
• 37:20 - Why Buffett hasn’t deployed BRK’s large cash pile amid the COVID crisis?
• 43:51 - Why investors shouldn’t just copy Buffett’s stock picks.
• 45:20 - What has been the leading cause for Buffett’s underperformance over the last decade?
• 52:42 - The timeless principles of the Oracle of Omaha that have led to his success and are worth following.
• 57:08 - The future of BRK and if it will survive without Buffett and/or Munger.
And much, much more!
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