Berkshire Hathaway Resumes Buybacks as Stock Returns 11% and Hedge Funds Increase Stakes

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Berkshire Hathaway resumed share repurchases under new leadership after Warren Buffett’s departure and its stock delivered an 11% return in 2025, Bretton Fund highlighted. Hedge fund ownership rose to 133 portfolios, while shares closed at $487.48, valuing the company at $1.052 trillion.

1. Share Buyback Resumption

Berkshire Hathaway has restarted its stock repurchase initiative under new leadership after Warren Buffett stepped down, signaling confidence in existing operations and capital allocation strategy.

2. 2025 Returns and Hedge Fund Positions

Bretton Fund noted Berkshire’s stock returned 11% in 2025; its shares closed at $487.48 on March 4, valuing the company at $1.052 trillion, while hedge fund ownership rose to 133 portfolios from 128.

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