The "Oracle of Omaha" does not engage in short-term trades or chase trends—he seeks businesses with long-term competitive advantages, reliable management, and solid valuations.
Over the decades of his career, these criteria have transformed Berkshire Hathaway into a company valued at nearly $1 trillion. However, even Buffett is not immune to mistakes—many believe he was late to invest in technology.
Nonetheless, the billionaire manages to outperform the markets more consistently than many others. According to the latest company report on Form 13-F, Berkshire Hathaway holds 40 assets totaling approximately $266,378,900,000. However, most of the companies in which it invests represent a small fraction of the total asset volume.
The top four companies in Buffett's portfolio account for 64% of his total value. Here they are, in order: Apple — 26%, American Express — 15%, Bank of America — 12%, and Coca-Cola — 11%. There are no other assets in the portfolio that constitute a double-digit percentage of the overall portfolio value.