Berkshire Hathaway’s BRK.B Delivers 142% Return Over Five Years, Outperforming Many Asset Classes
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) has demonstrated the power of long-term value investing, turning a $1,000 investment in July 2020 into $2,426 today. The 142% return underscores the advantage of Berkshire's dual-engine model: a Core insurance business anchored by Geico and a diversified investment portfolio including both wholly-owned subsidiaries and strategic equity positions.
The conglomerate's investment philosophy—buying undervalued assets and holding them for decades—has produced legendary returns. American Express, held since 1964, and Coca-Cola, acquired in 1984, exemplify this strategy. While crypto markets have seen volatility, Berkshire's steady compounding offers a contrast to digital assets' explosive but unpredictable growth cycles.
