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Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Annual Report 2024
An annual shareholder letter from Warren Buffett discusses Berkshire Hathaway's performance, investment strategy, management perspectives, company developments, mistakes, and updates on key businesses, emphasizing a long-term approach to capital allocation and growth.
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