Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A, BRK.B) has hired Mizuho Securities and BofA Securities for a potential benchmark yen bond offering, its first since April, Bloomberg reported Monday, citing unnamed people familiar with the matter.

The offering is expected in the near future, subject to market conditions. Investors are expected to watch the pricing premium and demand for bonds, the report said.

Berkshire, Mizuho Securities and BofA Securities did not immediately respond to MT Newswires' request for comment.

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