Why Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Trusts BYD: The Power of Innovation and Investment Success!
Berkshire Hathaway’s recent decision to divest its remaining shares in Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD has stirred mixed reactions. Following our earlier report on this development, BYD confirmed the news via a Weibo post, expressing gratitude towards Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger for their 17 years of support. Li Yunfei, a public relations executive at BYD, shared that Berkshire began reducing its investment in August 2022, ultimately holding less than 5% by June 2023. “Investing in stocks involves both buying and selling,” he noted, emphasizing the normalcy of such transactions.
Stella Li, BYD’s Executive Vice President, echoed this sentiment in an appearance on CNBC, stating that while Buffett and Munger had shown their admiration for BYD’s management, their actions reflect the typical strategies of seasoned investors. In comments captured by Reuters, Alfredo Altavilla, a special adviser to BYD, praised Buffett, highlighting that he had achieved a remarkable return of 20 times his initial investment. Nonetheless, the market responded negatively to Berkshire’s exit; BYD shares in Hong Kong dropped over 6% this week.
In contrast to its retreat from BYD, Berkshire continues to bolster its portfolio in Japan. Mitsui announced that Berkshire now holds over 10% of its voting rights after acquiring additional shares. While the precise number of shares remains unclear, a prior disclosure indicated that Berkshire owned approximately 285 million shares, valued around $7.3 billion at current prices. Additionally, Mitsubishi reported that Berkshire’s stake in its company had increased to 10.2%, up from 9.7%. Although information on Berkshire’s investments in other Japanese firms like Itochu, Marubeni, and Sumitomo is pending, it is anticipated that those stakes may have also surpassed the 10% threshold.
As shareholders worldwide digest these developments, they may find themselves reflecting on the shifting landscape of investment strategies in Emerging markets. For further insights, Berkshire Hathaway’s extensive portfolio, including its latest securities filings, provides a wealth of information on its strategic moves.
This week’s newsletter underscores Berkshire’s adaptive approach in a rapidly changing investment environment, balancing both gains in Japan against its recent retreat in China. The duality of these strategies serves as a reminder of the volatility inherent in global markets.
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Original Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/09/27/byd-warren-buffett-berkshire-hathaway.html
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Publish Date: 2025-09-28 08:10:00
