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Berkshire Hathaway's Vice Chairman Charlie Munger Dies at 99

Known for his unique investment approach, Munger's legacy includes turning a $100 investment in 1978 into nearly $400,000 today.

  • Charlie Munger, the billionaire investor and vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, died at the age of 99.
  • Munger was known for his investment approach of betting big, long, and selectively, using a thorough screening process.
  • If someone had invested $100 in Berkshire Hathaway in 1978, the year Munger joined the firm, the investment would be worth nearly $400,000 as of Tuesday’s close.
  • Munger had a deep yet uncomplicated dislike of digital assets, particularly Bitcoin.
  • Munger believed in continuous learning and advised others to adopt a multidisciplinary approach to knowledge and wisdom.
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