INDUSTRY: Diversified Holding Company

FOUNDED: 1839, Cumberland, Rhode Island (as a textile company)

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Berkshire Hathaway began as a struggling textile mill before Warren Buffett transformed it into one of the most successful holding companies in history. Today it owns businesses across insurance, railroads, energy, retail, and more, while holding major stakes in companies like Apple and Coca-Cola. Known for Buffett’s long-term value investing philosophy, Berkshire Hathaway has become a symbol of patience, discipline, and enduring wealth.