Berkshire Hathaway Reports Record $9.6 Billion Buybacks Amid Mixed Quarterly Results
Berkshire Hathaway repurchased a record $9.6 billion of its shares in the third quarter, reflecting management's view that the stock was undervalued. However, buybacks slowed in October as the share price rose about 15%. The company reported mixed results, with strong revenue and earnings growth in its railroad unit, BNSF, but a 43% decline in insurance underwriting profits due to increased losses and expenses. Despite buybacks, Berkshire's cash reserves remained substantial at around $357 billion after accounting for unsettled Treasury bill purchases.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–65/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
moneycontrol broke this story on 7 Nov, 03:59 pm. Other outlets followed.