Sold the Rest of My Merck (MRK)
In my ongoing search to look for stocks to sell in this rising market, I found one. I bought Merck at around 29 early last year. I sold some (1/3 of my position) in June at around $35.
Berkshire Board Allows PetroChina Divestment Activists to Speak
Warren Buffett didn't have to, but he let PetroChina divestment activists speak.
Warren Buffet on the Decline in The U.S. Dollar
"We are following policies in the this country that will lead to a continued decline in the dollar." Says Buffet.
Berkshire Hathaway Charlie Munger on Ethanol
When asked by a shareholder about ethanol, Charlie Munger made the following statement:
Warren Buffett Answers Question on Silver Trade
The question was asked, "Did you sell your silver position to the banks that started the Silver backed ETF?"
Berkshire Hathaway on Global Warming
In responding to a shareholder question on climate change, Buffett says global warming won't affect results at General Re. But both Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger offer interesting perspectives that do not agree.
Hiring the Next Generation at Berkshire Hathaway
Warren and Charlie discuss Berkshire Hathaway selection process for the next manager.
Berkshire Hathaway Shareholder Meeting: Porfolio.com Uses a Photo from The Panelist
Porfolio.com uses my photo in their blog about the Berkshire Hathaway shareholder cocktail party last night.
Charlie Munger on Gambling
A question about gambling as a business at the Berkshire Hathaway 2007 Annual Shareholders Meeting.
Warren Buffett on Shorting Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A, BRK.B)
An audience member asked if shorting was a danger to the financial system.
Berkshire Hathaway Shareholder Meeting: From the Floor
My notes from the floor of the 2007 Berkshire Hathaway shareholder meeting, as they happen:
Millionaires Wait in Line an Hour for a Free Sandwich: The Chow Line in Omaha
Photos of Berkshire Hathaway Shareholders waiting for free beer, free martinis, free food, and free ice cream. Not the most beautiful crowd, but it does have a festive atmosphere.
Live from The Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting
So my road trip from New York to New Orleans now brings me to Omaha for the Berkshire Hathaway Shareholder Festival (um, I think it's an annual meeting but it feels more like a festival).
TelMex (TMX) Was a Good Run. Time to Start Selling
I bought Telefonos de Mexico, the Mexican phone operator controlled by Mexican Billionaire Carlos Slim, last year, and in 2004, because it represented value. The stock is now fairly priced.
Neubert’s Rules of Investments to ALWAYS Avoid
Here are some rules of investments to always avoid. Following these rules have saved me from many financial losses and from guilt. Breaking these rules has cost me money. Hopefully, I can save you from losing money like I did when I broke my discipline:
Tread Lightly: EuroStar Going Greener but Still Not Making Money
According to a press release by EuroStar, the operator of trains crossing under the English Channel on their way between The Continent and Britain, Eurostar travel between Paris and London is ten times less polluting than flying. However, we at The Panelist are not just green but greedy too. Previous Page: Photo: jahovil, Creative Commons,…
Crazy CEO Compensation: How I Voted My Proxy at Coca-Cola (KO)
I just looked at my Coca Cola Inc (KO) Proxy Statement for the annual meet to take place on Wednesday April, 18 2007 in Wilmington, Delaware and was disgusted by how much Board of Coca-Cola decided to pay the CEO. But I will keep holding the stock. I think it’s going higher.
How The Tax Code and Inflation Discourage Savings
There is part of the U.S. tax code that has always annoyed me.
Selling An Oil Royalty Trust LL&E (LRT)
Had to sell the rest of my LL&E Royalty Trust (LRT – $2.01). I just didn't know what it was doing in my portfolio anymore.
Viacom Content or YouTube Content
Google buys You Tube and gets some lawsuits. Yahoo partners with Viacom and gets revenue.
A Bond for My IRA
After begging you to open an IRA if you qualify, here is another place one could put that tax deferred cash. I'm picking up some TIPS (Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities) in next week's auction for my IRA.
I Have New IRA – What Do I Invest In?
Some friends of The Panelist, a couple, took my suggestion and opened their IRAs. They checked with their accountant and figured out what plan would be best for them.
Electricity 2.0 – PG&E (PCG) Borrows Customer Hybrid Batteries
I want to coin a new term about a program being tested by PG&E. Of course, I'll also give you my opinion about the stock.
Chicago Tribune Story on Kraft and Aquisitions
Chicago Tribune story pushing my thesis on Kraft and acquisitions.
[Potential] Kraft Targets?
Sean Rogan compiles a list of potential targets for Kraft (KFT)