Stake Purchase • Manufacturing

Berkshire Hathaway Invests In The Marmon Group

On March 18, 2008, Berkshire Hathaway invested in manufacturer The Marmon Group

Investment Context
  • This is Berkshire Hathaway’s 1st transaction in the Manufacturing sector.
  • This is Berkshire Hathaway’s 46th transaction in the United States.
  • This is Berkshire Hathaway’s 2nd transaction in Illinois.

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Investment Summary

Date March 18, 2008
Target The Marmon Group
Sector Manufacturing
Investor(s) Berkshire Hathaway
Deal Type Stake Purchase

Target Company

The Marmon Group

Chicago, Illinois, United States
The Marmon Group is a diversified manufacturing company that produces electrical components, industrial components and transportation equipment. The Company also provides services including construction and retail services. The Marmon Group was formed in 1953 and is based in Chicago.
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Investor Overview 1

Investor

Berkshire Hathaway

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Category Company
Founded 1839
Sector Diversified
Employees392,400
Revenue 424.2B USD (2024)
DESCRIPTION
Berkshire Hathaway's corporate headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska.
Berkshire Hathaway's corporate headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska.

Berkshire Hathaway is a diversified holding company. Its subsidiaries engage in a wide range of business activities including insurance, utilities, renewable energy, freight rail transportation, finance, manufacturing, retailing, and business services. Berkshire Hathaway was founded in 1839 and is based in Omaha, Nebraska.


Deal Context for Investor #
Overall 47 of 70
Sector: Manufacturing 1 of 2
Type: Stake Purchase 7 of 10
State: Illinois 2 of 3
Country: United States 46 of 65
Year: 2008 1 of 3
PREVIOUS DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2007-05-18 Richline Group

Tamarac, Florida, United States

Richline Group, Inc. was formerly known as (Aurafin LLC) a U.S. manufacturer and distributor of moderately priced gold jewelry. The Richline Group will maintain the highest standards of integrity in every action we take. We will utilize our leadership position to advance the relevance of the jewelry industry and responsibly fulfill our commitments. We will inspire our employees to grow and reach their potential. Innovation, technology, creativity and collaboration.

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FOLLOWING DEAL
DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2008-04-28 Wrigley Jr. Company

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Wrigley is a confectioner with a wide range of product offerings including gum, mints, hard and chewy candies, and lollipops. Wrigley's brands including Extra®, Orbit®, Doublemint®, and 5™ chewing gums, as well as confectionery brands Skittles®, Starburst®, Altoids® and Life Savers®. Wrigley operates in approximately 50 countries and distributes in more than 180 countries.

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