The result? Buffett and his team added close to $300bn to Berkshire’s market-cap, pushing the investment vehicle into trillion-dollar territory. And by following in their footsteps during the next downturn, investors could unlock substantial wealth within a few short years.

Investing with Buffett’s methodology

In 2026, the stock market as a whole hasn’t stumbled yet. While certain sectors like tech have certainly been hit with sell-offs, most of that money hasn’t actually left the stock market. Rather, it’s been rotated into other sectors like energy and defence.

Nevertheless, with geopolitical and trade uncertainty continuously escalating and the stock market still at record-high valuations, the stage is potentially set for a painful sell-off.

That’s likely why Buffett’s spent the last two years building a massive cash position, patiently waiting for more lucrative buying opportunities. And while Greg Abel is now CEO at Berkshire with Buffett in the chairman’s seat, Berkshire continues to follow the exact same playbook.

With over $350bn of cash sat on the balance sheet, the investment group has a huge amount of ammunition for a future buying spree. And it might be wise for investors to think about building their own cash position in case the worst does come to pass.

But let’s assume the markets collapse tomorrow. Which stocks are on Berkshire’s radar?

Capitalising on volatility

The most obvious stock Berkshire would potentially buy during a 2026 stock market crash is Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:OXY).

Since the 2022 correction, Buffett and his team have been continually adding more and more shares to the Berkshire portfolio. So much so that he actually owns over 30% of the entire business.

As one of the most acreage-rich operators within the Permian Basin, the company generates a relatively low $38 per barrel of breakeven production cost (WTI Crude). But when throwing in the added cash outflows from capital expenditures, the breakeven oil price is actually closer to $51 per barrel of oil & equivalents.

Critically, the firm generates an estimated $240m per $1 above this $51 breakeven threshold, turning it into a cash-generating machine when prices soar. And following the war in Iran, WTI Crude is now trading at around $92 per barrel – enough to generate a very rough $9.84bn in free cash flow.

So if the share price drops but oil prices remain high, Occidental’s likely to be near the top of the shopping list.

What to watch

While higher oil prices open the door to exception cash returns, the opposite is also true. A swift resolution to the Iran conflict or a softening of demand could see oil prices fall sharply.

Even if prices remain elevated for longer, Occidental’s balance sheet is still fairly leveraged. As such, management may be forced to prioritise debt reduction over reinvestment, potentially creating opportunities for its rivals.

Nevertheless, with impressive production capacity and Berkshire already owning a sizeable stake, there’s clearly something Buffett likes about this business. And that’s definitely worth investigating further, in my opinion.

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Despite this, Buffett (or one of the other Berkshire investment managers) has consistently been buying shares in Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:OXY). And this just got interesting.

Takeover time?

With $300bn in cash, Berkshire clearly has the means. And having bought Occidental shares at prices well above the current level, it might well also have the motive. 

In the past, Buffett has always ruled out buying the company outright. I think, however, that a key obstacle to this might have just been removed. 

Occidental hasn’t previously shown signs of wanting to be acquired. But according to Forbes magazine, CEO Vicki Holub has stated a Berkshire takeover bid would be “a dream come true”.

I think that makes Warren Buffett moving to acquire Occidental Petroleum much more likely. And as a Berkshire Hathaway shareholder, I’m looking very closely at this situation. 

Occidental’s strengths

Despite its recent poor share price performance, Occidental does have some important strengths. The most obvious is its position in the Permian Basin. 

This allows it to extract oil at relatively low prices without the risk of an unstable political regime. That’s a big advantage, but it’s not the only attraction. 

Occidental has also invested heavily in carbon capture initiatives. And Berkshire Hathaway – with a big utilities subsidiary – might be particularly well-placed to appreciate this. 

Buffett has often said that wind and solar alone aren’t adequate energy sources. So it’s easy to see the attraction of something that can reduce the environmental impact of hydrocarbons.

Risks?

Buffett is notorious for insisting on a wide margin of safety when it comes to investing. But as a Berkshire shareholder, I think there are clear risks to pay attention to. 

In fact, I think oil stocks in general are unusually risky. A lot comes down to the price of oil, but things can develop in unfavourable ways both on the supply side and on the demand side. 

Just in the last month, OPEC+ has been talking about phasing out production cuts, which would increase supply. US economic growth also turned negative, which is bad for demand.

These kinds of developments tend to be cyclical, but that means they never really go away. And the price of oil inevitably impacts the profitability of all oil companies – including Occidental.

Is now the time?

Berkshire has the means and – I think – the motive to buy Occidental outright. And if the company really is interested in doing a deal, it might be about to get the opportunity.

Oil prices just hit 52-week lows and the the oil company’s share price is down almost 40% from where it was a year ago. At these levels, I think a takeover makes a lot of sense. 

If Occidental is interested – and it looks like it might be – a deal could be on the cards. Berkshire’s annual shareholder meeting is coming up and I’ll be watching closely.

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Recent S&P 500 turbulence has resulted in many billionaires experiencing drops in their wealth this year. But the Berkshire Hathaway CEO isn’t one of them, having made his pockets $23bn deeper in 2025. He’s now the world’s sixth-richest person with a net worth of $165bn.

Here are three pieces of investing wisdom I’ve learnt from Warren Buffett.

Invest for the long term

Buffett became a billionaire at 56. Over 99% of his wealth was accumulated after he turned 65. In case readers were in doubt, there’s hard evidence right there that a long-term investing approach can reap considerable rewards. That’s the Foolish way.

The reason for this is the power of compound returns. A well-chosen mix of stocks can generate exponential growth for investors with sufficient patience to endure the inevitable stock market dips, corrections, and crashes that will occur.

Adopting strategies like reinvesting dividends into more shares can aid this process. Although it’s tempting to spend cash handouts, investors who funnel distributions back into the stock market can be treated to a taste of Warren Buffett’s ‘secret sauce’.

Buy wonderful companies

Warren Buffett refers to “wonderful companies” as his ideal investments. Such firms have wide moats and are leaders in their respective sectors. Rather than obsessing over daily share price fluctuations, investors should understand the core businesses they’re considering.

Impressive management teams, consistent earnings growth, and strong cash flow generation are hallmarks of these stocks. Investors who can mimic a fraction of Buffett’s success at identifying great businesses will likely be handsomely compensated.

Manage risk

Understanding potential pitfalls is another important lesson. Stock market investing demands taking on risk. Enduring share price volatility is the price investors pay when seeking long-term capital growth.

Maintaining emotional discipline is essential. Instead of following unsubstantiated hype around the latest hot growth stock, it pays to be patient and wait for the chance to buy an undervalued stock.

Indeed, Berkshire Hathaway has doubled its cash pile to $334bn in a year. When Buffett’s busy building cash reserves, it suggests there are a lot of expensive stocks in the market currently.

Warren Buffett’s favourite energy stock

That said, one stock Buffett has been buying recently is hydrocarbon exploration business Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:OXY).

Investors had plenty to cheer in the company’s Q4 results. Oil production soared 18.5% from the previous year, reaching 1.46m barrels per day.

Furthermore, adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.80 comfortably beat market expectations for $0.68. It’s also encouraging to see deleveraging efforts bearing fruit. A $4.5bn debt repayment means the balance sheet’s in better shape.

President Trump’s agenda to “drill, baby, drill” could bode well for Occidental’s future, considering 80% of its production is US-based. However, there’s a risk this could apply downward pressure on oil prices, which might hurt the company’s bottom line. Some analysts have also raised concerns about high decline rates for shale wells in the Permian Basin, which is vital to the business.

Nonetheless, with the stock trading for less than 13.5 times forward earnings, I can see why Buffett’s a fan.

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But the road to this success was not an easy one. Over the years, Buffett’s managed to navigate the volatile waters of global markets, escaping some of the worst tragedies of the past century. So when the man provides advice, it pays to listen!

While some feel his style’s outdated and imperfect for today’s world, certain advice never ages. With fear and uncertainty gripping markets worldwide, I’m taking solace in his ageless wisdom.

Stay disciplined

Every investor should have a strategy they stick to, no matter the market. This helps avoid making rash decisions.

I’ve occasionally overpaid for shares but the worst mistake I’ve made is selling too soon. Now I always focus on the fundamentals and do careful analysis before buying OR selling.

Avoid market timing

This ties in with the above point. Trying to catch high and low prices seldom works. Many crashing stocks keep falling, while some at record highs keep climbing.

In the long run, investing in high-quality businesses and holding through highs and lows usually pays off. To paraphrase Rudyard Kipling, keep your head when all about you are losing theirs.

If there’s one bit of advice that successful investors share, it’s to remain rational while others panic.

Be contrarian

Arguably, Buffett’s most famous quote is: “Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful.”

According to the fear and greed index, fear currently drives the market. That’s a step down from a month ago when it was greed, and a big change from this time last year, when it was extreme greed.

That suggests now may be a good time for contrarian investors to greedily hunt for undervalued stocks.

A potential example?

One stock that could fit that criteria is Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:OXY). Berkshire Hathaway recently bought 8.9m more shares in the company after offloading stock in Apple.

Despite enjoying strong growth post-Covid, the stock’s tumbled 20% this year. The price is now only 12.6 times earnings per share (EPS), well below the US market average of 18.3.

This suggests it’s undervalued but that alone doesn’t mean the price will recover. Oil is a volatile industry, with supply issues causing big dips and ramping up costs. Any interruption to the supply chain could send the share price tumbling.

A growing industry

To accurately value oil and gas shares, it’s important to consider where the industry’s headed. Despite a rise in green energy, oil demand’s expected to continue growing. The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) expects global oil production to grow by 1.6m barrels a day in 2025.

Where does Occidental fit in? According to its Q3 results, Occidental averages 1.4m barrels of oil equivalent a day (Mboed), up from around 1.2m last year. It also announced a $4bn debt reduction and pre-tax income of $304m, exceeding guidance.

All things considered, it appears to be an undervalued stock that’s performing well in a high-demand industry. I’m not surprised Buffett likes it!

Unfortunately, I don’t have the spare capital to invest in Occidental today. However, I think it’s worth considering for investors looking to diversify into energy.

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Recent filings show that, through his holdings company Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.A), Buffett has been selling stocks and raising cash. In fact, Buffett raised around $80bn from the sale of around half of Berkshire’s shares in technology giant Apple.

So, what is Buffett doing with all this cash? Well, here are two stocks I think he’s likely been buying.

Something close to home

Buffett has consistently purchased shares in none other than Berkshire Hathaway for 24 consecutive quarters, and I’d suggest it’s highly likely that he’s using some of the company’s $277bn for further share buybacks in the current quarter.

Share buybacks haven’t always been easy to come by for Buffett’s company. The change in Berkshire’s share repurchase policy in July 2018 allowed Buffett and his team more flexibility in deploying capital.

Prior to this change, strict limitations on buybacks based on book value prevented Berkshire from repurchasing its own shares, despite Buffett’s belief that they were undervalued by the market.

Buffett’s approach to share buybacks is strategic and opportunistic. He views these repurchases as a way to return value to shareholders when the stock is trading below its intrinsic value.

While official confirmation will be presented in Berkshire’s third-quarter results, it’s almost certain Buffett continued buying back stock. 

A personal favourite

One stock that Buffett continued investing in during Q2 was Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:OXY). In fact, it was the Oracle’s biggest purchase and recent share additions mean that Buffett has increased Berkshire’s stake in Occidental to nearly 30%. Unsurprisingly, Berkshire is the company’s largest shareholder.

Buffett tends to prefer companies that trade with relatively low valuations. However, with Occidental trading at 15.4 times forward earnings — a 28.3% premium to the energy sector — it doesn’t fit in with his normal criteria.

Nonetheless, there could be other reasons for his continued purchasing. For one, Occidental offers great margins — a sign of a quality company — with the EBITDA margin of 45.1% considerably stronger than the industry average.

Moreover, the investment serves as a hedge against oil price fluctuations within Berkshire’s diverse portfolio. Rising oil prices benefit Occidental but may impact other Berkshire holdings like its railroad subsidiary.

Likewise, Occidental is very US-focused, with 82% domestic production. This reduces geopolitical risks associated with international operations and aligns with Buffett’s faith in the US and the US economy.

Concluding thoughts

While Buffett might be putting cash to work elsewhere in Q3, it’s worth noting that the S&P 500 is near an all-time high and Buffett is traditionally cautious in such environments. He once said it’s wise for investors “to be fearful when others are greedy and to be greedy only when others are fearful.”

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One of these is Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:OXY). And with the share price falling, it’s worth asking what Buffett sees in the US oil producer.

Why Occidental?

Buffett has mentioned Occidental’s presence in the Permian Basin. The advantage of this is that it’s the cheapest source of oil in the US, but a couple of things are worth noting.

One is that oil wells in the area decline relatively quickly, meaning production from them has a relatively short life. That’s a drawback compared to some other geographies.

The other is that Occidental isn’t the only firm with substantial assets in the Permian. ExxonMobil also operates there, but Buffett hasn’t shown any interest in that stock recently.

As a result, I think Buffett’s focus on Occidental is about more than just the quality of its assets. And there are a couple of other things that stand out. 

Potential

One thing that looks attractive to me is the possibility of future earnings growth. The CFO’s comments back in February illustrated a few potential sources.

The first is lower transportation rates between the Permian and the Gulf Coast. In 2025, Occidental expects to save between $120m and $160m, and roughly twice this from 2026.

Another is a reduction in the firm’s debt. Acquiring Anadarko in 2019 caused the company to take on significant debt and reducing this should increase earning power. 

This potential for future growth in cash flows is the kind of thing I think Buffett might be interested in. But there’s something that might be even more important. 

Costs

Compared to other oil companies, Occidental invests relatively little in exploration projects. Rather than speculative drilling, it prefers to grow through acquisitions. 

The Anadarko deal is an example of this. This deal didn’t work out as well as anticipated, but part of this can be attributed to oil demand falling sharply during the pandemic. 

Occidental has also acquired Crown Rock, further boosting its position in the Permian. This should help offset the effect of its existing wells depleting relatively quickly.

Capital-intensive exploration projects with uncertain returns can be a risky use of cash. So the company’s strategy of avoiding this might be part of Buffett’s interest in the stock.

Investing in oil

Claiming to know exactly what an investor as sophisticated as Buffett is thinking is bold, to say the least. But looking closely at what the Berkshire CEO is buying can be interesting. 

It seems clear that something sets Occidental apart from the other US oil majors. Exactly what that is might be hard to judge, but there are a couple of possibilities. 

As I see it, one is the potential for future earnings growth. This comes from things like reduced transportation rates and a stronger balance sheet.

Another is the way the company is run. Focusing on growth through acquisition, instead of financing speculative projects, marks a clear difference between Occidental and its rivals.

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While selling shares in banks, consumer goods businesses, and healthcare companies, Berkshire has also been using its money elsewhere. That indicates two stocks I think Warren Buffett will buy in 2024.

Occidental Petroleum

One stock Buffett has been consistently buying in 2023 is Occidental Petroleum (NYSE:OXY). Berkshire’s stake in the oil company has grown from 194m shares to around 253m.

This isn’t an ordinary stock market transaction, though. As part of a deal to help Occidental finance an acquisition in 2019, Berkshire received warrants that allow it to buy Occidental stock at $56.62.

Whenever the stock is trading above that level, Buffett is able to buy the stock at a discount to the market price. And this has been the case fairly consistently in 2023.

Berkshire isn’t obliged to exercise its warrants. But with enough contracts to acquire another 83m shares, I wouldn’t be at all surprised to see Buffett adding to his company’s stake in Occidental in 2024.

Despite the unsual structure, this clearly demonstrates Buffett’s views on the outlook for oil prices over the long term. And that’s something for ordinary investors to consider in 2024.

Berkshire Hathaway

The other stock that Buffett has been consistently buying is Berkshire Hathaway. During the first three quarters of 2023, the Oracle of Omaha’s company spent around $7bn on repurchasing its own stock.

There are a couple of things worth noting here. One is that Buffett has stated before that Berkshire will only repurchase its own stock when the company believes it is undervalued. 

Of course, anyone can be wrong about the intrinsic value of a company’s shares. But it seems natural to me to think that the people closest to its inner workings would be able to offer the best estimate.

The other is that Berkshire’s stock sales this year means it has a larger cash pile to try and figure out a use for. And unless something more attractive presents itself, I’d expect this to continue into 2024.

At today’s prices, a $7bn share buyback amounts to a 1% return for investors. That’s not a lot, but I think the consistency is what gives the clearest signal that the stock is one Buffett is likely to keep buying.

How to invest like Warren Buffett

With the Occidental Petroleum purchases, Buffett is taking advantage of a special situation that Berkshire Hathaway’s size allows it to exploit. There’s no way for an ordinary investor like me to do the same thing by myself.

What I can do, though, is buy Berkshire Hathaway shares. That allows me to participate in Buffett’s investments. I’m obviously aware that the CEO won’t be around forever, which is a risk I need to consider.

Even beyond the CEO, though, the company has some very high-quality operations. That’s why it’s the largest investment in my stock portfolio – investing along side one of the best of all time is a nice bonus.

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Golden barrels of cash

On the back of strong oil prices, Occidental’s revenues increased by as much as 79% in 2022. This sent net income soaring by 3,500% to $3.76bn when oil prices were at their peak.

This allowed Warren Buffett’s fund, Berkshire Hathaway, to hedge against its losses from other sectors like tech — which is why it managed to outperform the S&P 500 last year. Nonetheless, past performance is not an indicator of future performance. Thus, I’ll be exploring whether the strong momentum will remain in 2023.

China to outweigh Occidental pressures?

Sky-high inflation paired with rapid interest rate hikes have all led to alarm bells ringing surrounding a recession, particularly in Western countries. As such, oil prices have since come down drastically to 2021 levels over the past few months.

This has stoked fears in oil investors, given the downside risks. Nevertheless, Wall Street isn’t getting carried away by the noise, and neither is Warren Buffett, for several reasons.

For one, the gradual reopening of the Chinese economy should bring some support to oil prices in the medium term. Additionally, forecasts for a recession across Europe and the US indicate that it’ll be a shallow one. This means that demand for commodities and oil should remain at a reasonable level. Consequently, analysts are predicting oil prices to remain strong this year, with some even citing a rally.

Having said that, it’s worth noting that while Occidental’s stock relies heavily on oil prices, it also has other revenue streams such as liquified natural gas (LNG). With natural gas prices remaining elevated in both Europe and the US, I’m anticipating Warren Buffett’s investment to do relatively well despite the potential downturn in oil prices.

Exploring new streams of revenue

So, are Occidental shares worth buying for me? Well, they are currently trading at a relatively cheap price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 5. This is cheaper than many of its peers and the wider market. And given the bullish sentiment surrounding future earnings for the conglomerate, it’s trading at a relatively cheap forward P/E of 6 too.

Having said that, while its debt-to-equity ratio is decent, its cash and equivalents barely cover it. This is something I’m taking note of. Even so, the company is reducing its debt pile while returning value to shareholders, which is a key trait Warren Buffett looks for when investing.

The stock has an average ‘hold’ rating with an average price target of $75. This indicates that the one-year outlook for the stock isn’t overly bright. However, the Oracle of Omaha wouldn’t have opted to purchase as much as 50% of Occidental’s outstanding shares if he didn’t believe in the long-term potential of the explorer.

After all, Oxy’s recent investments into carbon capture technology should allow it to benefit from the transition towards greener forms of energy generation as well. For those reasons, I may be inclined to start a small position when I’ve got more spare cash.

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That is not to say that all of Buffett’s investments have been great. For example, a few years before the pandemic, he made investments into all four major US airlines, before selling them at the lows of the pandemic. Since this moment, the airlines have recovered well. He also admitted that he paid far too much for Kraft Heinz, which was one of his largest purchases. Therefore, I do not blindly follow Buffett’s investments. Instead, I opt to do my own thorough research. Here’s one of his investments I would buy and one I am staying clear of. 

One of Warren Buffett’s most successful investments

Warren Buffett first started building a stake in Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) in 2016 and has made around a 400% return since then. Recently, he has been adding to his position, buying around another $600m worth of Apple stock in Q1. I believe that now is a good time to add to my own position. 

The group is performing excellently right now. In the recent second quarter, it posted record revenues of $97.3bn, up 9% year on year. At the same time, net income reached over $25bn, up from $23.6bn the year before. This demonstrates that Apple has dealt well with inflationary pressures and continued reporting strong growth. 

However, the company is not immune to macroeconomic worries. For instance, it has warned that due to strict Covid-19 lockdowns in China and supply constraints, revenue is likely to be hit by around $4bn to $8bn in the third quarter. 

Even so, I am happy to buy more Apple stock in the next few months. The company is in excellent financial shape, as shown by a recent $90bn increase to the share repurchase programme. I am also encouraged by its further move into finance, through its new buy now, pay later service. This could offer a further form of growth. 

An investment I would avoid

Buffett has continued to buy Occidental Petroleum (NYSE: OXY) over the past few months. As the price of oil has surged, the oil giant has been able to post extremely large profits. For instance, in Q1, the company reported net income of $4.7bn, which was a record for the company. Without the inclusion of a $2.6bn non-cash tax benefit, adjusted income reached $2.1bn, far higher than the $346m loss reported in the same period last year. 

These excellent results allowed the company to repay $3.3bn of debt. Once it manages to pay an additional $1.7bn of debt, the company’s focus will be to expand the $3bn share repurchase programme. This may help boost the Occidental share price further. 

However, despite these excellent results, I am staying away from oil stocks right now. In fact, as recognised by Occidental themselves, it sees “the potential for market conditions to dampen slightly in the second half of the year”. Further, with climate change one of the most pressing issues in society, I believe that the long-term future of oil stocks is unstable. As I invest for the long term, I will, therefore, not be adding Occidental shares to my portfolio.  

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One quote in which the billionaire neatly summarises his timeless investment approach is to “be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful“. With that in mind, let’s look at two stocks Warren Buffett has been buying this year and whether now is a time for me to be fearful or greedy.

A new Warren Buffett stock

Warren Buffett first acquired shares in Occidental Petroleum (NYSE: OXY) in 2019, but he’s considerably increased his stake since late February 2022. It’s a top 10 holding in Berkshire Hathaway’s stock market portfolio today.

In total, Berkshire owns 143m shares. It’s proved an excellent investment. The Occidental Petroleum share price has soared by 124% this year.

Occidental stock could by buoyed by a promising outlook for higher oil prices, at least in the short term. Brent crude is tipped to soar to from $119 to $140 per barrel over the coming months, according to the latest Goldman Sachs forecast. Berkshire’s investment gives Buffett exposure to this trend.

What’s more, the oil company looks reasonably valued to me with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio around 10.5. On the other hand, the stock’s dividend yield is less remarkable at 0.75%. Indeed, it’s worth noting Berkshire owns preferential shares that pay an annual dividend of 8%.

When it comes to my own portfolio, I’m wary of the risk that the stock price may have climbed to artificial highs following news of Warren Buffett’s investments.

An old favourite

Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) is the top Warren Buffett stock. At nearly 43% of Berkshire’s entire portfolio, the US tech giant dwarfs the company’s other holdings. Owning a stake of 887m shares, Berkshire is Apple’s third-largest investor.

The Apple share price is down nearly 15% over the past six months. During this drawdown, Buffett has been adding to his existing position.

Apple’s most recent quarterly results are encouraging. Total revenue saw an 8.59% year-on-year increase to $97.28bn. The company generated over $28bn in operating cash flow and it returned nearly $27bn to shareholders during the quarter.

However, disruptions to global supply chains caused by lockdowns in China and the war in Ukraine are headwinds for Apple stock. So too are rising inflation rates across the world if cost-conscious consumers cut back on Apple products. The iPhone 14’s sales performance, following an anticipated release later this year, will be crucial.

Fear or greed?

There’s plenty of fear around at the moment. Gloomy predictions of global recessions make it easy to be bearish. Yet times like these often reward greed in successful stock market bargain hunters, demonstrated by Warren Buffett’s recent spending spree.

I won’t be buying Occidental or Apple shares at present for the reasons I’ve outlined above. Plus, I already own Berkshire Hathaway stock. Nonetheless, learning from Warren Buffett’s approach encourages me to seek out other long-term investment opportunities that align with my portfolio goals.

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