Warren Buffett warns against Wall Street pundits, credits Charlie Munger for Berkshire Hathaway’s success. Insurance thrived but utilities and BNSF railroad disappointed. Buffett plans to keep stakes in Occidental Petroleum and Japanese trading houses. Berkshire reports strong operating earnings and sets stock records. Berkshire’s eclectic mix of businesses, combined with the strong performance of its investments, delivered a profit of $37.57 billion, or $26,043 per Class A share, in the fourth quarter.
Over 800 smallcaps end the week in red. 116 stocks fall in double-digits up to 43%
BSE Smallcap fell 2% last week, with 821 stocks declining up to 43%. Market sentiment remained weak due to US recession fears and tariff wars.