Cash Pile Swells at Buffett's Berkshire

The video discusses the recent quarterly performance, highlighting a 3% increase and a 67% rise in operating earnings. It explores Warren Buffett's strategy on stock buybacks, noting the removal of a cap and the current premium over book value. The discussion extends to the company's significant cash reserves and potential alternatives like mergers and acquisitions. The video also touches on Buffett's investment strategy, emphasizing readiness for market corrections and potential future investments, including increased Apple holdings.

What was the percentage increase in operating earnings for the company?

• 3%

• 67%

• 40%

• 20%

What is one potential strategy the company might use its cash reserves for?

• Launching a new product line

• Mergers and Acquisitions

• Increasing employee salaries

• Investing in real estate

What is the minimum cash reserve level Buffett mentioned he would maintain?

• $20 billion

• $50 billion

• $100 billion

• $200 billion

What is Warren Buffett's approach to market corrections?

• Selling off assets

• Avoiding investments

• Holding cash to invest during corrections

• Focusing on short-term gains

Which company's stock holdings have increased slightly in the second quarter?

• Microsoft

• Amazon

• Apple

• Google