The newest trend in alternative investing is trying to look like Warren Buffett’s conglomerate, Berkshire Hathaway Inc.

U.S. stocks climbed after President Donald Trump pulled back on some of his tariffs, raising hopes he may avoid a worst-case trade war that grinds down economies and sends inflation higher.

The U.S. stock market is gaining ground Wednesday as the U.S. softens its position on some tariffs against several key trading partners. The shift comes a day after a sharp tumble that wiped out the last of the “Trump bump” that Wall Street received following the presidential election in November.

Warren Buffett is commonly regarded as the one of the greatest investors in American history. After repurchasing Berkshire stock in 24 consecutive quarters, Buffett did not to buy back stock in the third and fourth quarters of 2024.

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway on Saturday reported fourth-quarter operating earnings that surged more than 70% year-over-year.

Warren Buffett's recent Berkshire Hathaway letter highlights his disciplined, long-term approach. Find out what we can learn from Buffett's latest insights.