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1975 Shareholder Letter - Summary

Key highlights from Buffett's 1975 letter to shareholders.

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1975 Shareholder Letter - Summary

1975 produced the worst ROE since 1967 at 7.6% on beginning shareholders' equity. Operating earnings were $6,713,592 ($6.85 per share). The insurance industry had its worst year in history, but a "V-shaped" textile recovery and the Waumbec acquisition provided bright spots.

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