10 Best Low Volatility Stocks to Buy Now

2. Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:BRK-B)

5-Year Monthly Beta: 0.8

No. of Hedge Fund Holders: 131

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:BRK-B) is a diverse holding company operating globally through numerous subsidiaries. The company’s core businesses include insurance, freight rail transportation in North America, and utilities. Alternatively, it has a strong presence in consumer goods, including recreational vehicles, apparel, footwear, toys, jewelry & batteries. Lastly, Berkshire Hathaway engages in distribution (electronics, groceries), franchising (quick service restaurants), logistics, aviation training, and retail (automobiles, furniture, appliances, and various consumer goods).

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:BRK-B) results for Q4 2024 showed operational profit growing by 71% to $14.53 billion. What’s unique about the company’s results is that it has cash reserves of $325 billion. This cash reserve is meant to serve as a cushion in uncertain times, allowing the company to make strategic acquisitions in periods of volatility, when other investors are bullish. The company’s long-standing Chairman, Warren Buffett, is hailed as the “Oracle of Omaha”. One of his most famous quotes is:

“Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful.”

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:BRK-B) has a vast and varied portfolio that reflects a long-term investment strategy across a multitude of industries. The company is known for acquiring companies with a low beta value. More importantly, management knows when to identify opportunities to divest. This was carried out in 2024, long before any other investment firm. Economist James Foord had this to say regarding investing in BRK:

“(The company’s) record cash reserves and recent strong performance make it a compelling buy, especially during market turmoil.”