Berkshire Hathaway A Ranks 413th in Trading Volume as Buffett Cuts Bank of America Stake by 41% in 11th Consecutive Quarter of Stock Sales

On August 18, 2025, Berkshire Hathaway A (BRK.A) edged up 0.11% with a trading volume of $0.23 billion, ranking 413th in market activity. The stock's muted movement came amid ongoing strategic shifts by CEO Warren Buffett, as revealed in the firm's latest 13F filings. Buffett continued reducing Bank of America (BAC) holdings by 41% since July 2024, trimming 26.3 million shares in the June quarter alone. This marks the 11th consecutive quarter of net stock sales by Berkshire, totaling $177.4 billion in reductions, with BAC accounting for a significant portion.

Buffett's selling pattern suggests a focus on locking in gains amid favorable tax conditions, particularly for high-value positions like Apple and BAC. The move aligns with his public rationale from the 2024 annual meeting, where he emphasized leveraging historically low corporate tax rates. However, analysts note the sustained reduction in BAC exposure may reflect concerns about the bank's future net interest income amid the Federal Reserve's rate-easing cycle. BAC's valuation has also shifted from a 68% book value discount in 2011 to a 28% premium in 2025, reducing its appeal as a value play.

Conversely, Berkshire expanded its stake in consumer favorites like Domino's Pizza (DPZ) for the fourth consecutive quarter, raising its ownership to 7.8%. The fast-food chain's brand loyalty, AI-driven efficiency initiatives, and shareholder-friendly policies align with Buffett's preference for durable businesses. Despite DPZ's 7,200% post-IPO return, its forward P/E of 23 remains a 16% discount to its five-year average, offering potential upside in a high-valuation market.

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