Berkshire Hathaway Boosts Amazon Bet

Berkshire Hathaway Boosts Amazon Bet

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The video discusses Berkshire Hathaway's increased investment in Amazon, highlighting a shift towards technology companies. Despite this, their Amazon holdings are minor compared to their Apple investments. Bill Ackman, a notable activist investor, has acquired a significant stake in Berkshire Hathaway. The video also covers investments in Uber Technologies by Tiger Cubs alumni, noting Uber's stock performance since its IPO.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What percentage increase did Berkshire Hathaway make in their investment in Amazon?

11%

5%

15%

20%

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

How does Berkshire Hathaway's investment in Amazon compare to their holdings in Apple?

It is slightly smaller than their Apple holdings.

It is much smaller than their Apple holdings.

It is about the same as their Apple holdings.

It is larger than their Apple holdings.

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30 sec • 1 pt

What is the value of Bill Ackman's new stake in Berkshire Hathaway?

$750 million

$500 million

$686 million

$1 billion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the Tiger Cubs in the context of Uber Technologies?

Shareholders of Apple

Investors from Amazon

Current employees of Uber

Former employees of Tiger Management

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the trend of Uber's stock since its IPO?

It has doubled in value

It has fallen by 25%

It has remained stable

It has increased by 25%