Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) owns one of the world's most closely watched stock portfolios. Many investors follow Buffett's trades for investment ideas and to gauge the temperature of the broader market.

Warren Buffett-led Berkshire Hathaway's (NYSE: BRK.A)(NYSE: BRK.B) had a substantial investment in General Motors (NYSE: GM). According to Berkshire's SEC filings, the conglomerate owned 50 million shares of GM at the beginning of that year,

Warren Buffett is one of the most popular, quotable investors in the world. The billionaire CEO of Berkshire Hathaway has a legendary investment track record, trouncing the return of the S&P

Unfortunately, the most interesting fact about Buffett's Coca-Cola holding is arguably the inaction over the last 31 years. Although standing pat led to a steadily rising stream of dividend income, it also meant staying in a stock that underperformed the indexes.

Some of the Oracle of Omaha's most-popular buys -- as well as Berkshire's largest holding -- offer robust upside potential in 2025.

Investors often turn to Warren Buffett for advice for one good reason: He's proven his ability to navigate any investing waters -- from moments of euphoria to the doldrums -- and win over time. Buffett doesn't rush to buy the hottest stocks as markets soar and doesn't panic-sell during difficult periods.

Berkshire took a new stake in Citigroup ( C 1.88%) in 2022 and the stock currently makes up 1.5% of Berkshire's portfolio. Citigroup has far and away been the worst-performing large U.S. bank stock since the Great Recession and many investors have ditched the stock out of frustration.

Think being a billionaire is all luxury and extravagance? Think again. Warren Buffett, one of the richest men alive, might surprise you. Buffett's daughter, Susan, says her dad is just normal. A guy who's not obsessed with his billions.