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New York Times climbs after Berkshire Hathaway discloses investment in co

ReutersFeb 18, 2026 11:36 AM

Shares of news publisher New York Times NYT.N rise 3.3% to $76.50 premarket

Berkshire Hathaway BRKa.N discloses new stake of about 5.07 mln Times shares worth $351.7 mln, marking its return to the media sector

Quarter marks end of Warren Buffett’s 60-year run as CEO; Greg Abel took over on Jan. 1, though Buffett remains chairman

Investors often view Berkshire’s new stakes as a stamp of approval, though unclear if effect will persist under Abel

More details expected in Berkshire’s annual report and Abel’s first shareholder letter on Feb. 28

Earlier this month NYT posted slower digital subscriber growth in Q4 and issued lackluster ad revenue growth forecast

Six out of 11 analysts rate stock "buy" or higher, five rate it "hold"; median PT at $71 - data compiled by LSEG

As of last close, NYT stock rose 6.6% YTD, after rising 33.3% in 2025

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