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Precision Castparts - Investment Thesis

Why Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway invested in Precision Castparts.

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Precision Castparts - Investment Thesis

Aerospace Moat

Buffett identified durable competitive advantages:

  • Extreme precision requirements — Parts must meet stringent tolerances
  • Certification barriers — Aerospace certifications take years
  • Customer relationships — Decades-long partnerships
  • Capital intensity — Requires massive investment in equipment

The $32 Billion Decision

"PCC makes the most intricate castings, machined parts and subassemblies for aerospace... It would be nearly impossible for a com


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