Profit jumps 82% at Buffett's firm but virus hurts business
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OMAHA, Neb. (AP) - Warren Buffett's conglomerate reported an 82% jump in its third-quarter profit as the value of its investment portfolio soared, but Berkshire Hathaway said the coronavirus pandemic continued to hurt its assorted businesses, such as BNSF railroad. Berkshire said Saturday that it earned $30.1 billion, or $18,994 ...