Greg Abel Finally Puts Berkshire’s Massive Cash Pile to Work
Berkshire Q2 profit jumps 16% to $13B, beating forecasts. CEO Abel cuts cash pile, buys $10B Alphabet stock & accelerates $7.8B buybacks.
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Berkshire Q2 profit jumps 16% to $13B, beating forecasts. CEO Abel cuts cash pile, buys $10B Alphabet stock & accelerates $7.8B buybacks.
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