What is Baby Berkshire?

The term Baby Berkshire has also been used to refer to companies with business models similar to Berkshire Hathaway's. When Berkshire first issued 517,500 shares of class B shares in 1996, investors initially could purchase shares for one-thirtieth of the price of a Class A share of stock.

Is Markel a Baby Berkshire?

Markel, a holding company for global insurance, reinsurance, and investment operations, has also been referred to as a "Baby Berkshire" by the media. Baby Berkshire is a term for class B shares of Berkshire Hathaway's stock as well as companies with similar business models.

Should I create a separate Baby Berkshire portfolio?

If you have an existing portfolio, consider creating a separate Baby Berkshire portfolio. That can be smart since other investments in the same portfolio potentially could affect allocations, risk potential, and returns. 1. Allocate Your Shares Properly