Warren Buffett's $1.23 billion investment in Verisign has been liquidated; Berkshire Hathaway has instead invested in two new stocks.
In the world of finance, Berkshire Hathaway has made a strategic move to reduce its stake in VeriSign. The multinational conglomerate, led by the renowned Warren Buffett, sold approximately 4.3 million shares of VeriSign's common stock for around $1.23 billion, reducing its ownership from 14.2% to 9.6%.
The sale, which took place between late July and early August 2025, was completed at roughly $285 per share. This move aligns with Buffett’s known preference to maintain portfolio flexibility and minimize regulatory burdens in technology investments. By dropping below the 10% ownership threshold, Berkshire Hathaway avoids SEC filing requirements such as Schedule 13D and potential tax complications associated with controlled foreign corporation rules.
Despite the significant sale, Berkshire Hathaway still holds nearly 9 million shares of VeriSign, making it a significant investor though no longer above the key 10% threshold. The disposal of these shares may influence short-term market sentiment given Berkshire's status as an influential shareholder. The shares were sold at around $282 to $285 per share, slightly below market price.
Meanwhile, in the crypto sphere, a crypto analytics firm has suggested that an ancient Bitcoin (BTC) is becoming active, which could potentially lead to sell-side pressure.
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[1] Berkshire Hathaway Sells VeriSign Shares for $1.23 Billion (The Wall Street Journal) [2] Berkshire Hathaway Reduces VeriSign Stake (CNBC) [3] Berkshire Hathaway Drops Below 10% Ownership of VeriSign (Bloomberg) [4] Berkshire Hathaway's VeriSign Sale Generates Over $1.2 Billion in Proceeds (Yahoo Finance)
- Berkshire Hathaway's strategic move to sell its VeriSign shares for around $1.23 billion, aligning with Warren Buffett's preference for investment flexibility in technology businesses, has also sparked interest in the general news sector.
- Despite the sale, Berkshire Hathaway continues to hold nearly 9 million shares of VeriSign, which places it as a significant investor in the blockchain-based finance industry.
- The recent surge in cryptocurrency investing has come to light with a crypto analytics firm suggesting that an ancient Bitcoin is becoming active, potentially leading to sell-side pressure in the market.
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