Warren Buffett: The Genius Investor Sees Impending Collapse

While Wall Street is reeling from the market collapse, Warren Buffett, the legendary chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, is the only major investor who remains unscathed. With a massive cash reserve of up to $334 billion, Buffett has positioned himself to stay away from chaos, once again proving why he is the greatest investor of all time.

Buffett's Unparalleled Far-Sighted Vision In the past nine quarters, Buffett has sold stocks instead of buying in. Many people questioned his decision when he sold billions of shares of Apple, Bank of America, and Citigroup. At that time, the market was booming, rising from the peak of the price hike driven by Trump, but Buffett saw what others didn't see - trouble ahead. Now, as Wall Street faces its biggest decline in years, tech stocks are collapsing and investors who poured billions into the AI boom are seeing their assets wiped out. But Buffett remains unscathed, having exited risk positions before the collapse. Why Buffett Sells Apple Stocks and Bank Apple, once a key stock in Berkshire Hathaway's investment portfolio, witnessed Buffett's large sell-off just before the market downturn. Despite being one of Apple's largest investors, he significantly reduced his position, recognizing that the company's growth may have peaked. He also trimmed holdings in financial giants Bank of America and Citigroup, reflecting his concerns about the future of the banking industry. These strategic moves have helped Berkshire Hathaway to amass $334 billion in cash—an amount greater than the total value of all companies in the FTSE 100 index of the United Kingdom. While others are trying to defend their investment portfolios, Buffett is in a strong position, waiting for the perfect time to strike. A Genius Knows When to Restrain Buffett's famous investment principle - "Be fearful when others are greedy and be greedy when others are fearful" - has once again proven its value. His achievements speak for themselves. When the LTCM hedge fund collapsed in the 90s, Buffett was there with a rescue offer. During the 2008 financial crisis, he invested $5 billion in Goldman Sachs, securing a deal that brought him a $3 billion profit. He also made bold bets on Kraft Heinz, Unilever, and many other Japanese trading companies. However, this time he did not rush to rescue anyone. Instead, Buffett patiently observed the chaos unfolding, knowing that the opportunity would come to him. Where Is Buffett Placing His Bets? Although most did not participate in the market, Buffett made some significant moves: Buy back Constellation Brands (STZ): The parent company of Corona beer, showing confidence in the beverage industry. Ulta Beauty (ULTA) is being sold off: Sold out just a few quarters after purchase. Hold on to Apple and Chevron: Despite reducing positions, he has not completely withdrawn. Cut stocks of Bank of America, Nu Holdings, and Citigroup: A clear sign that he still has doubts about the financial sector. Ironically, through his stake in Nu Holdings—a large cryptocurrency-friendly bank—Buffett now has indirect exposure to cryptocurrency, despite being a strong critic of it. And with Donald Trump, the most pro-cryptocurrency U.S. president to date, back in office, Buffett's position in the financial world remains very intriguing. What Will Berkshire Hathaway Do Next? One thing Buffett doesn't do? Buy back Berkshire Hathaway stock. Even with record earnings, stock buybacks have been halted for two consecutive quarters. Clearly, Buffett believes there are better investment opportunities elsewhere. Instead, he is doubling his stake in five major Japanese trading companies. Although he has not disclosed the amount he plans to invest, he has hinted that Berkshire Hathaway's ownership in these companies will continue to increase over time. Market Meltdown - Buffett Waiting Warren Buffett's instinct and patience have made him the greatest investor of all time. While Wall Street is in turmoil, he remains on the sidelines, waiting for the perfect moment to deploy his cash. With a reserve fund of $334 billion, Buffett is ready to take the next big move when the time is right.