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Warren Buffett is investing more money in Japan amid the recent selloff in the U.S. stock market


Published on 2025-05-23 13:20:50 - Fortune
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  • Berkshire Hathaway increased its holdings in Japan's five biggest trading houses after agreeing to gradually lift its holdings beyond 10%.

In a recent development, Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has significantly increased its investments in Japan's top trading houses, namely Itochu, Marubeni, Mitsubishi, Mitsui, and Sumitomo, now holding over 8.5% stakes in each. This move comes amidst a backdrop of a U.S. stock selloff, with Buffett expressing confidence in the long-term value and stability of these Japanese firms. The investments, which began in 2020, have grown to represent a substantial portion of Berkshire's portfolio, reflecting Buffett's strategy to diversify and capitalize on undervalued opportunities abroad. This strategic shift has been well-received in Japan, boosting the stocks of the trading houses and signaling a vote of confidence in the Japanese market amidst global economic uncertainties.

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