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Berkshire Hathaway Faces Multi-Year Loss Amid Global Uncertainty

3/28/2026

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Berkshire Hathaway posts a multi-year losing streak as Class A falls 4.7% and Class B drops 4.9% since March 17.
The decline follows rising energy prices and global uncertainty tied to the Iran war.
Year-to-date losses approach the S&P 500's 7% drop.
Berkshire's Tokio Marine Holdings investment rose about 24%, signaling a long-term growth partnership.
Greg Abel, Berkshire Hathaway CEO, has not pursued moves as cash sits at $373 billion.

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Berkshire Hathaway posts a multi-year losing streak as Class A falls 4.7% and Class B drops 4.9% since March 17.
The decline follows rising energy prices and global uncertainty tied to the Iran war.
Year-to-date losses approach the S&P 500's 7% drop.
Berkshire's Tokio Marine Holdings investment rose about 24%, signaling a long-term growth partnership.
Greg Abel, Berkshire Hathaway CEO, has not pursued moves as cash sits at $373 billion.