Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK.B) has diverse holdings across various sectors, including insurance, energy, railroad transportation, and retail. Here are the major holdings of BRK.B12:
- Insurance and Reinsurance: Berkshire Hathaway is one of the largest insurance companies in the world, with subsidiaries such as Geico, Berkshire Hathaway Insurance Group, and Berkshire Hathaway Reinsurance Group.
- Utilities and Energy: The company has significant investments in utilities, including Berkshire Hathaway Energy, which operates in the United States and Canada. They also have interests in oil and gas production, such as their stake in Chevron.
- Freight Rail Transportation: Berkshire Hathaway owns the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway, which is one of the largest rail transportation companies in North America.
- Manufacturing: They have a variety of manufacturing businesses, including BH Energy Solutions, which provides services and products for the oil and gas industry.
- Retailing and Services: Berkshire Hathaway operates retail businesses such as Nebraska Furniture Mart and Star Furniture, and they also have investments in companies like Apple, American Express, Coca-Cola, and Bank of America.
These holdings reflect Berkshire Hathaway's strategy of investing in companies that they believe have strong competitive advantages and management teams. The company's common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, trading symbols BRK.A and BRK.B12.