An ecosystem of market-leading companies, managed with vision.
1839 – The Textile Industry Roots
Berkshire Hathaway’s journey began over 180 years ago as a textile manufacturing company in Rhode Island. While the textile industry eventually declined, this period laid the operational groundwork for what would become one of the world's most successful investment vehicles.
1965 – The Buffett Era Begins
In 1965, Warren Buffett took full control of the company. He recognized that the future lay not in textiles, but in insurance and capital allocation. This strategic pivot allowed Berkshire to acquire GEICO and other major businesses, fueling decades of unprecedented growth.
Present Day – A Global Conglomerate
Today, Berkshire Hathaway is a diversified holding company managing over 60 subsidiary businesses. From BNSF Railway to Duracell and NetJets, the company remains guided by a long-term philosophy: investing in high-quality businesses with durable competitive advantages.