Warren Buffet Portfolio Analysis (September 30, 2021)

Famous superinvestor, Warren Buffet, revealed in a recent regulatory filing his newest positions.  In Warren Buffet portfolio 2021 analysis, we will go into more detail about top 10 stocks this superinvestor had as of September 30, 2021.

Buffet manages his investments via his hedge fund, Berkshire Hathaway Inc, which holds about $293.4 billion according to the latest available 13F filling.

The most notable stocks in Warren Buffet’s Q3 portfolio include Apple Inc, Bank Amer Corp, American Express Co, Coca Cola Co and Kraft Heinz Co. In addition to others mentioned in detail below.

We used the Q3 portfolio of Warren Buffet’s Berkshire Hathaway Inc to select his top 10 value stocks. We ranked the securities according to Buffet’s stake value in each holding.

Summary

• Warren Buffet’s top 10 securities make up about 88.6% of the entire portfolio.
• Berkshire Hathaway Inc owns position in 41 holdings with asset under management of $293.4 billion.
• Apple Inc, Buffet’s largest holding, makes up 42.8% of the total portfolio.

Apple Inc (AAPL)

Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s stake value: $125.5 Billion

Percentage of Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s 13F Portfolio: 42.8%

Apple Inc does business in Electronic Computer Manufacturing industry, which is Manufacturing sector and has 147000 employees.

Apple Inc. is an American multinational technology company headquartered in Cupertino, California, that designs, develops, and sells consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. It is considered one of the Big Five companies in the U.S. information technology industry, along with Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Facebook. Its hardware products include the iPhone smartphone, the iPad tablet computer, the Mac personal computer, the iPod portable media player, the Apple Watch smartwatch, the Apple TV digital media player, the AirPods wireless earbuds, the AirPods Max headphones, and the HomePod smart speaker line. Apple’s software includes iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS operating systems, the iTunes media player, the Safari web browser, the Shazam music identifier, and the iLife and iWork creativity and productivity suites, as well as professional applications like Final Cut Pro X, Logic Pro, and Xcode. Its online services include the iTunes Store, the iOS App Store, Mac App Store, Apple Arcade, Apple Music, Apple TV+, iMessage, and iCloud. Other services include Apple Store, Genius Bar, AppleCare, Apple Pay, Apple Pay Cash, and Apple Card. Apple was founded by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne in April 1976 to develop and sell Wozniak’s Apple I personal computer, though Wayne sold his share back within 12 days. It was incorporated as Apple Computer, Inc., in January 1977, and sales of its computers, including the Apple I and Apple II, grew quickly. Current CEO is Timothy Cook.

Bank Amer Corp (BAC)

Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s stake value: $42.9 Billion

Percentage of Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s 13F Portfolio: 14.6%

Bank Of America Corp. does business in Commercial Banking industry, which is Finance and Insurance sector and has 213000 employees.

Bank of America is one of the world’s leading financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company provides unmatched convenience in the United States, serving approximately 66 million consumer and small business clients with approximately 4,300 retail financial centers, including approximately 2,900 lending centers, 2,500 financial centers with a Consumer Investment Financial Solutions Advisor and approximately 2,300 business centers; approximately 17,000 ATMs; and award-winning digital banking with approximately 39 million active users, including approximately 31 million mobile users. Bank of America is a global leader in wealth management, corporate and investment banking and trading across a broad range of asset classes, serving corporations, governments, institutions and individuals around the world. Bank of America offers industry-leading support to approximately 3 million small business owners through a suite of innovative, easy-to-use online products and services. The company serves clients through operations across the United States, its territories and approximately 35 countries. Bank of America Corporation stock (NYSE: BAC) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Current CEO is Brian Moynihan.

American Express Co (AXP)

Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s stake value: $25.4 Billion

Percentage of Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s 13F Portfolio: 8.7%

American Express Co. does business in Other Activities Related to Credit Intermediation industry, which is Finance and Insurance sector and has 63700 employees.

American Express is a globally integrated payments company, providing customers with access to products, insights and experiences that enrich lives and build business success. Current CEO is Stephen Squeri.

Coca Cola Co (KO)

Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s stake value: $21.0 Billion

Percentage of Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s 13F Portfolio: 7.2%

Coca-Cola Co does business in Soft Drink Manufacturing industry, which is Manufacturing sector and has 80300 employees.

The Coca-Cola Company is a total beverage company with products sold in more than 200 countries and territories. The company’s purpose is to refresh the world and make a difference. The Company’s portfolio of brands includes Coca-Cola, Sprite, Fanta and other sparkling soft drinks. The Company’s hydration, sports, coffee and tea brands include Dasani, smartwater, vitaminwater, Topo Chico, Powerade, Costa, Georgia, Gold Peak, Honest and Ayataka. The Company’s nutrition, juice, dairy and plant-based beverage brands include Minute Maid, Simply, innocent, Del Valle, fairlife and AdeS. The Company’s constantly transforming our portfolio, from reducing sugar in our drinks to bringing innovative new products to market. The Company seeks to positively impact people’s lives, communities and the planet through water replenishment, packaging recycling, sustainable sourcing practices and carbon emissions reductions across our value chain. Together with our bottling partners, we employ more than 700,000 people, helping bring economic opportunity to local communities worldwide. Current CEO is Muhtar Kent.

Kraft Heinz Co (KHC)

Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s stake value: $12.0 Billion

Percentage of Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s 13F Portfolio: 4.1%

Kraft Heinz Co does business in Fruit and Vegetable Canning industry, which is Manufacturing sector and has 2020 employees.

The Kraft Heinz Company is driving transformation, inspired by its Purpose, Let’s Make Life Delicious. Consumers are at the center of everything the company does. With 2020 net sales of approximately $26 billion, Kraft Heinz is committed to growing its iconic and emerging food and beverage brands on a global scale. The company leverages its scale and agility to unleash the full power of Kraft Heinz across a portfolio of six consumer-driven product platforms. As global citizens, the company is dedicated to making a sustainable, ethical impact while helping feed the world in healthy, responsible ways. Current CEO is .

Moodys Corp (MCO)

Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s stake value: $8.8 Billion

Percentage of Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s 13F Portfolio: 3.0%

Moody`s Corp. does business in Credit Bureausindustry, which is Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services sector and has 11490 employees.

Moody’s is a global risk assessment firm that empowers organizations to make better decisions. Its data, analytical solutions and insights help decision-makers identify opportunities and manage the risks of doing business with others. The Company believes that greater transparency, more informed decisions, and fair access to information open the door to shared progress. With over 11,400 employees in more than 40 countries, Moody’s combines international presence with local expertise and over a century of experience in financial markets. Current CEO is Raymond McDaniel.

Verizon Communications Inc (VZ)

Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s stake value: $8.6 Billion

Percentage of Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s 13F Portfolio: 2.9%

Verizon Communications Inc does business in Telecommunications Resellers industry, which is Information sector and has 132200 employees.

Verizon is one of the largest communication technology companies in the world.
 
 Verizon Communications Inc. was formed on June 30, 2000 and is celebrating its 20th year as one of the world’s leading providers of technology, communications, information and entertainment products and services.
 
 Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $128.3 billion in 2020. The company offers voice, data and video services and solutions on its award winning networks and platforms, delivering on customers’ demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity, security and control. Current CEO is Hans Vestberg.

Us Bancorp Del (USB)

Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s stake value: $7.5 Billion

Percentage of Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s 13F Portfolio: 2.6%

U.S. Bancorp. does business in Commercial Banking industry, which is Finance and Insurance sector and has 2020 employees.

U.S. Bancorp, with nearly 70,000 employees and $554 billion in assets as of Dec. 31, 2020, is the parent company of U.S. Bank National Association, the fifth-largest commercial bank in the United States. The Minneapolis-based bank blends its relationship teams, branches and ATM network with mobile and online tools that allow customers to bank how, when and where they prefer. U.S. Bank is committed to serving its millions of retail, business, wealth management, payment, commercial and corporate, and investment services customers across the country and around the world as a trusted financial partner, a commitment recognized by the Ethisphere Institute naming the bank one of the 2020 World’s Most Ethical Companies. Current CEO is Andrew Cecere.

Davita Inc (DVA)

Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s stake value: $4.2 Billion

Percentage of Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s 13F Portfolio: 1.4%

DaVita Inc does business in Kidney Dialysis Centers industry, which is Health Care and Social Assistance sector and has 2020 employees.

DaVita Inc. is a health care provider focused on transforming care delivery to improve quality of life for patients globally. The company is one of the largest providers of kidney care services in the U.S. and has been a leader in clinical quality and innovation for more than 20 years. Through DaVita Kidney Care, the company treats patients with chronic kidney failure and end stage kidney disease. DaVita is committed to bold, patient-centric care models, implementing the latest technologies and moving toward integrated care offerings for all. Through these efforts, DaVita has also become the largest provider of home dialysis in the country. As of December 31, 2020, DaVita served 204,200 patients at 2,816 outpatient dialysis centers in the United States. The company also operated 321 outpatient dialysis centers in ten countries worldwide. DaVita has reduced hospitalizations, improved mortality, and worked collaboratively to propel the kidney care industry to adopt an equitable and high-quality standard of care for all patients, everywhere. Current CEO is Javier Rodriguez.

Bank Of New York Mellon Corp (BK)

Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s stake value: $3.8 Billion

Percentage of Berkshire Hathaway Inc’s 13F Portfolio: 1.3%

Bank Of New York Mellon Corp does business in Securities and Commodity Exchanges industry, which is Finance and Insurance sector and has 2018 employees.

BNY Mellon is a global investments company dedicated to helping its clients manage and service their financial assets throughout the investment lifecycle. Whether providing financial services for institutions, corporations or individual investors, BNY Mellon delivers informed investment and wealth management and investment services in 35 countries. As of Sept. 30, 2020, BNY Mellon had $38.6 trillionin assets under custody and/or administration, and $2.0 trillionin assets under management. BNY Mellon can act as a single point of contact for clients looking to create, trade, hold, manage, service, distribute or restructure investments. BNY Mellon is the corporate brand of The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation. Current CEO is Thomas Gibbons.