Buffett Offer Rebuff


	Buffett Offer Rebuff

Tina Russo

2-13-2008 10:10 AM

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berkshire hathaway, warren buffett, mbia, ambac, insurers, bonds

Tina Russo says:

At first glance the offer might seem appealing but Berkshire Hathaway refuses to take any risks associated with mortgage-related securities so ultimately it will do little to reduce the problems the companies are facing on securities backed by mortgages, consumer loans and other assets.

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