BNSF, which is owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway, and CSX announced a collaboration to bring “seamless, efficient, coast-to-coast [intermodal] solutions.” Intermodal refers to freight that travels by both railroad and truck for portions of the shipping journey.

Berkshire Hathaway’s $1 billion homebuilding investment indicates Warren Buffett’s confidence in a future U.S. housing market rebound.

One way UnitedHealth puts its excess cash to work is by paying -- and steadily growing -- its dividend payment. This is a feature that Buffett undoubtedly appreciates. Known for his unwavering patience, Buffett often holds on to core positions for years, if not decades.