(February 14, 2019) CNBC's Becky Quick interviews the legendary investor Charlie Munger. In this excerpt, Munger gives his take on the national debt and what he thinks of Amazon's Jeff Bezo's handling of the National Enquirer situation.
Trade Talk Between United States and China
(February 14, 2019) The legendary Charlie Munger joins CNBC's Becky Quick to share his expertise of China. They discuss the on-going U.S.-China trade talks, what he thinks of President Trump's calls about making sure free trade is fair, and other geopolitical tensions in the world.
Lifetime of Investing and Practical Advice
(February 14, 2019) CNBC’s Becky Quick sits down with legendary #Berkshire Hathaway Vice Chairman Charlie #Munger for a one-on-one conversation after the Daily Journal Annual Meeting in Los Angeles. In a wide-ranging conversation and his usual no-holds-barred manner, the 95-year-old chairman of the Daily Journal gave his thoughts on whether he thinks the golden era... Continue Reading →
Not Worried about America’s Future
(September 4, 2018) Warren Buffett of Berkshire Hathaway explains how he thinks the economy is doing, why he thinks the wealthy should donate more, and if the Trump administration's tax plan is effective.
Optimistic on America Future
Warren Buffett takes shareholders back to his first stock trade in 1942—a transaction he now regrets. He shares the story to illustrate his belief that no matter what’s happening in the country or in the economy, investors should remain confident in the American system and hold stocks for the long-term.
Health Care Is a Tapeworm on the Economic System
(February 26, 2018) Warren Buffett, Berkshire Hathaway chairman and CEO, discusses how the health-care industry is a drain on the American economy.
America Should Stand for More Than Just Wealth
(June 26, 2017) Dubbed the "Oracle of Omaha," Warren Buffett is an investment rock star. What's his take on the state of the economy? He recently sat down with Judy Woodruff for a wide-ranging, two-part interview on inequality, the Paris climate agreement, health care reform and much more.
GOP Health Reform Bills Are Relief for the Rich
(June 27, 2017) What does billionaire Warren Buffett think of Republican health care bills that would roll back taxes for wealthy Americans like him? Buffett discusses everything from how he’s giving away billions in philanthropy to how much sleep he gets to what’s on his personal income taxes in the second part of Judy Woodruff's... Continue Reading →
100% Optimistic about America
(November 11, 2016) After Hillary Clinton lost her presidential race, Warren Buffett of Berkshire Hathaway tells CNN's Poppy Harlow that he will support Donald Trump and said that "it's very important that the American people coalesce behind the president."
America has Never Been Greater
(April 30, 2016) During a presidential campaign in which Donald Trump was promising to “Make America Great Again,” Warren Buffett, a backer of Hillary Clinton’s candidacy, tells Becky Quick on CNBC’s “Squawk Box” why he takes issue with Trump’s premise.
How does Election Impact the Economy
(April 30, 2016) Warren Buffett explains why he’s confident the U.S. economy will remain strong no matter who wins the White House.
Fixing Problems on Higher Education
(April 30, 2016) Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger discuss the fundamental problems affecting the higher education system in the U.S.
America’s Never Been Greater
(February 29, 2016) Two days after releasing his annual letter to shareholders, Warren #Buffett appears live for three hours on CNBC’s “Squawk Box.” Among the topics covered: Donald Trump’s campaign slogan, Apple’s fight with the FBI over iPhone privacy, and a contrarian argument that lower oil prices hurt the economy over time. He also reveals... Continue Reading →
Warren Buffett Defends Clayton Homes and IBM Stake
(May 4, 2015) In a live appearance on CNBC’s “Squawk Box” the Monday morning after Berkshire’s 2015 shareholder meeting celebrated 50 years of Warren #Buffett in charge at #Berkshire, he defends Clayton Homes against predatory lending accusations and explains his long-term optimism on IBM. The CEOs of Berkshire’s four biggest stock stakes discuss what it’s... Continue Reading →
On Obama Tax Policies
(May 3, 2014) Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett responds to a shareholder who says President Obama has had a negative impact on America’s economy.
How Technology Replace Jobs?
(April 25, 2014) Warren #Buffett of #Berkshire Hathaway explains why he thinks it's progress to have technology replacing human jobs, but acknowledges that people who are left behind need support.
How Minimum Wage Hike Impact the Economy?
(April 23, 2014) Warren #Buffett of #Berkshire Hathaway does not think that $7.25 an hour is enough to live on, but he thinks raising the Earned Income Tax Credit might be a better solution than changing wage laws.
Fortune to Born in the America
(May 4, 2013) Warren Buffett acknowledges that he’s benefited from luck, getting a “huge, huge, huge advantage” just from having been born in the United States. And he, says, he’s not the only lucky one.
On Pampered Chef
(May 4, 2013) Warren Buffett talks about how timing has benefited him throughout his life and why he’s more optimistic than ever about what America has to offer.
United States Must Get Its Promises in Line with Its Capacity
(July 12, 2012) Warren Buffett is joined by the co-authors of a plan to attack the U.S. national debt, Alan Simpson and Erskine Bowles.
Impact From Taxing the Rich
(May 2, 2012) Warren Buffett responds to concerns that his views on taxing the rich may negatively affect Berkshire Hathaway.
On Job Lost in America
(May 2, 2012) Warren Buffett responds to concerns about jobs leaving the U.S. and whether Berkshire should bring oversees jobs back.
On Weak US Dollar
(April 30, 2011) Warren Buffett discusses the future of the dollar, inflation, and why he remains confident in the U.S. economy.
Taking Ax to the Financials
(April 30, 2011) Warren Buffett says the government has taken the right actions to stimulate the economy — and policy doesn’t matter as much as people think.
American System Works
(April 30, 2011) Warren Buffett is confident in the U.S. economy’s future, despite problems like high public and private debt and budget imbalances.
Power of Capitalism
(April 30, 2011) Warren Buffett uses his own life experiences to illustrate how capitalism can overcome setbacks to the U.S. economy.
Government Took Right Actions on Stimulation
(April 30, 2011) Warren Buffett says the government has taken the right actions to stimulate the economy — and policy doesn’t matter as much as people think.
Buffett Remains Confident in United States
(May 1, 2010) Warren Buffett explains why, despite economic challenges, he’s still confident in the U.S. and in capitalism.
Keeping America Great with Warren Buffett and Bill Gates
(November 12, 2009) The embodiment of the American dream, Warren Buffett and Bill Gates, self-made billionaires whose values run as deep as their wealth. One redefined an industry, the other the modern investor. But both put their stock in America, and by investing in business and humanity, reaped the rewards of this great country's capitalist... Continue Reading →
America has a System that Works
(May 2, 2009) As the country continued to stagger just months after the credit crisis exploded, Warren Buffett endorses the government’s response to “a situation that was as close to a total meltdown throughout the financial system as I think you can imagine.” He details how GEICO benefited from the crisis, and predicts a full... Continue Reading →