Analysts are doubtful about Ackman’s proposed transformation of Howard Hughes into the next Berkshire

Bill Ackman's revised proposal to buy real estate developer Howard Hughes didn't impress Wall Street analysts who believe the deal doesn't create much value for current shareholders. The billionaire investor said Tuesday Pershing Square has submitted a proposal to acquire 10 million newly issued Howard Hughes shares at $90...

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Bill Ackman raises bid for Howard Hughes, says he will turn it into ‘modern-day Berkshire’

Bill Ackman, CEO of Pershing Square Capital Management, speaks during an interview for an episode of "The David Rubenstein Show: Peer-to-Peer Conversations," in New York on Nov. 28, 2023.Jeenah Moon | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesPershing Square's Bill Ackman hiked his takeover offer for Howard Hughes Holdings, offering current holders...

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Warren Buffett buys more Occidental after 30% sell-off from record high

Warren Buffett speaks during the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting in Omaha, Nebraska, on May 4, 2024.CNBCWarren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway purchased more shares of Occidental Petroleum after the oil and gas producer tumbled more than 30% from its record high.The Omaha, Nebraska-based conglomerate scooped up 763,017 shares of the Houston-based energy company...

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Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway scoops up more Sirius XM, boosting stake to 35%

Warren Buffett walks the floor and meets with Berkshire Hathaway shareholders ahead of their annual meeting in Omaha, Nebraska on May 3rd, 2024. David A. GroganWarren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway once again scooped up shares of Sirius XM, boosting its stake in the satellite radio company to over 35%.The Omaha, Nebraska-based conglomerate purchased roughly...

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China-made BYD Shark pickup is a predator circling global truck market

BYD Shark plug-in hybrid electric pickup truckMichael Wayland / CNBCDETROIT — There's a Shark circling one of the greatest profit pools for American automakers globally, as Chinese automaker BYD Auto expands its reach and product portfolio with a pickup truck.Without the vehicle's branding badge, the BYD Shark could pass...

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