Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Continues to Reduce Stake in Bank of America

2 min read | September 25, 2024 07:54 AM PDT | By Team Kalkine Media

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Highlights

Significant Stake Reduction: Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has sold 21.6 million shares of Bank of America, bringing its ownership down to 10.5%.

Recent Trading Activity: The shares were sold over three trading days at an average price of approximately $40 each, totaling around $862 million.

Impact of Stock Performance: Since mid-July, when Berkshire began reducing its stake, Bank of America’s stock has dropped about 10%, with Berkshire’s overall holdings declining by over 20% in two months.

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Berkshire Hathaway, led by renowned investor Warren Buffett, has made a notable move by continuing to reduce its stake in Bank of America Corp (NYSE:BAC) . The investment conglomerate sold 21.6 million shares, resulting in a decrease in ownership to 10.5%. This decision was reflected in a recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which indicated that the shares were sold over the last three trading days at an average price of around $40 each, accumulating approximately $862 million in proceeds.

As of now, Berkshire Hathaway holds approximately 814.3 million shares of Bank of America, valued at about $32 billion. The company has been actively trimming its position since mid-July, a strategy that has coincided with a 10% decline in Bank of America’s stock price during this period. This significant selling spree has resulted in more than 220 million shares being offloaded over the past six trading sessions alone, representing a reduction of over 20% in just two months.

Berkshire Hathaway's stake in Bank of America triggers specific reporting requirements due to its ownership exceeding 10%. Following this latest reduction, the firm must file disclosures within two business days. If Berkshire's holdings fall below approximately 776 million shares, it will no longer be subject to these reporting obligations.

This series of transactions highlights Berkshire Hathaway’s strategic approach to its investment portfolio, showcasing its agility in responding to market conditions. As the financial landscape continues to evolve, the moves by Buffett and his team will undoubtedly be closely monitored by investors and market analysts alike.

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