Berkshire Shares Defy Market Rout, Hit Post-Buffett Succession High
Berkshire Hathaway shares have climbed to their highest level since Warren Buffett told shareholders in May 2025 that he planned to step down as chief executive by year-end, bucking a broader market sell-off and underscoring investor confidence in the conglomerate’s resilience. The move suggests markets are still assigning a premium to Berkshire’s balance sheet strength, diversified earnings base and succession planning as the Buffett era nears its formal close.
