Tag: Charlie

Charlie Munger Told A Table Full Of People ‘All The Ways Tesla Would Fail’ — Elon Musk Said It Made Him ‘Sad,’ But He Agreed

Years before Tesla Inc. became a household name, the late Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Vice Chairman Charlie Munger had the opportunity to invest in the company but declined. Tesla CEO Elon Musk recalled Munger’s prognostications with a blend of respect and resolve, acknowledging potential challenges while maintaining his commitment to Tesla’s mission. In a February 2022 […]

Charlie Munger Said, ‘Find A Way To Get Your Hands On $100,000’ Even If It Means Walking Everywhere — The Magic Number If You Want To Be Rich

Charlie Munger, the man who served as legendary investor Warren Buffett’s right-hand man for decades, died in December, just shy of his 100th birthday. Buffett credits him as the “architect” of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. and referred to him as “part older brother, part loving father.” Munger is renowned for his insightful and often blunt advice. […]

Warren Buffett calls out stock-market gamblers and honors the late Charlie Munger in his annual letter

Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, and former vice chairman Charlie Munger.JOHANNES EISELE/AFP via Getty Images Warren Buffett hailed Charlie Munger as the “architect” of Berkshire Hathaway in his annual letter. The investor also called out stock-market gamblers who buy “hot stocks” and “lottery tickets.” Buffett dismissed forecasters, warned Berkshire’s scale is a challenge, and nodded to […]

Charlie Munger was the ‘architect’ of the modern Berkshire Hathaway

Warren Buffett’s annual letter to Berkshire Hathaway (BRK-A, BRK-B) shareholders published Saturday morning marked the first missive sent to his investors since his longtime right-hand man, Charlie Munger, died last November at 99 years old. To begin his letter to Berkshire shareholders, Buffett reminded readers of the role Munger played in creating what is now […]

A shareholder once asked Warren Buffett, Charlie Munger if Social Security is a ‘government-sponsored Ponzi scheme for retirees’ — their answer was received with laughter and applause

A shareholder once asked Warren Buffett, Charlie Munger if Social Security is a ‘government-sponsored Ponzi scheme for retirees’ — their answer was received with laughter and applause Social Security has long been a subject of intense discussion in America, but investing legend Warren Buffett’s position on the issue is unmistakably clear. During Buffett’s company, Berkshire […]

Tiger Woods’ son Charlie aiming to qualify for PGA Tour’s Cognizant Classic

Tiger Woods’ son Charlie will attempt to qualifying for next week’s Cognizant Classic, PGA Tour officials have revealed. The 15-year-old will compete in Thursday’s pre-qualifier at Lost Lake Golf Club in Hobe Sound, Florida, which is one of four pre-qualifying sites. Approximately 25 players and ties will advance to the full qualifier on Monday, February […]

Charlie Munger Handed Over His Family Fortune To The ‘Chinese Warren Buffett’ Who Flipped It into Half A Billion Dollars — ‘We Made Unholy Good Returns For A Long, Long Time’

In the early 2000s, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Vice Chairman Charlie Munger made a daring yet calculated financial move. He entrusted a significant portion of his family’s fortune — $88 million — to Li Lu, often referred to as the Chinese Warren Buffett. This bold investment, though carrying its share of risk, not only remained secure […]