Warren Buffett advises patience in market uncertainty
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Updated · The Motley Fool · May 3
Warren Buffett advises patience in market uncertainty
11 articles · Updated · The Motley Fool · May 3
He says Berkshire Hathaway is not buying many stocks now as major US indexes hover near record highs and risks include war with Iran, tariffs and inflation.
Buffett reiterates his long-held approach: be greedy when others are fearful, focus on intrinsic value and hold strong businesses rather than reacting to short-term market swings.
The report cites Berkshire's 1988 Coca-Cola purchase after Black Monday as a model, suggesting Buffett and incoming CEO Greg Abel could act if a sharp sell-off creates opportunities.
With nearly $400 billion in cash, what would trigger Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway to buy big again amid today's market uncertainties?
Could Buffett's patient, contrarian philosophy withstand rapid changes driven by AI and geopolitical shocks, or is a new strategy needed for the future?