The Russell 2000, which includes small companies that are more sensitive to downdrafts in the economy than those in the S&P 500, appears likely to enter a bear market.

It wasn’t just Apple shares that Buffett-led Berkshire Hathaway sold last year. The company also cut its stake in Bank of America by 34 per cent. Since then, Apple and Bank of America have seen their share prices decline by 15 per cent and 20 per cent respectively,

When Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway’s makes a major move, pay close attention. Most times, his moves serve as a key barometer of the direction of the overall market. For example, in 2024, Berkshire sold $134 billion worth of stock.