Overview
- New analyses highlight Berkshire-held dividend payers as lower-beta options as Wall Street grows cautious about a potential 2026 downturn.
- Chevron features prominently with a roughly 4.4% yield after a 5% increase earlier this year, reflecting the energy major’s role in Berkshire’s income portfolio.
- Coca-Cola, Kroger, Mitsubishi, and Itochu are cited for yields near 3.04%, 2.03%, 2.83%, and 2.41%, respectively, offering additional Buffett-endorsed income ideas.
- Warren Buffett will step down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO on Jan. 1, with Greg Abel set to assume the role while Buffett remains board chair.
- Stock selection responsibilities are expected to rest with portfolio managers Ted Weschler and Todd Combs, as Berkshire shares lag the S&P 500 this year after a drop following the succession news.