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Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, announced his plans to step down by the end of 2025. His tenure has seen Berkshire generate a remarkable 5,502,284% return from 1964 to 2024, significantly outperforming the S&P 500’s 39,054% return during the same period. Currently, Buffett’s portfolio includes over 40 stocks, reflecting a diverse investment strategy across various sectors.
Among Buffett’s notable holdings are Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN), which dominates the e-commerce and cloud computing markets, and BYD (OTC: BYDD.F), a leading electric vehicle manufacturer that sold 4.7 million vehicles in 2024, surpassing Tesla’s 1.8 million. Other significant investments include Visa (NYSE: V) and Mastercard (NYSE: MA), which processed $16 trillion and have strong revenue growth prospects. Chevron (NYSE: CVX) is a major part of the portfolio, especially after its $53 billion acquisition of Hess.
Buffett’s larger holdings also include Bank of America (NYSE: BAC), which recently announced a $40 billion buyback, and Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO), known for its consistent dividend growth. Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) represents over 20% of Berkshire’s portfolio, highlighting its critical role in Buffett’s investment strategy.
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