During the latest bear market, for instance, investors leaned heavily into value stocks as a hedge against inflation and a weakening global economy. Berkshire Hathaway also invests in a large number of publicly traded companies, such as Apple, Bank of America, Coca-Cola, American Express, and T-Mobile. BRK.A data by YCharts With the challenges posed by rising interest rates and a possible economic slowdown, Berkshire's resilient portfolio of stocks and businesses should continue to drive market-beating returns -- especially with its shares trading at a mere 2.6 times trailing sales.