Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A) shares surged 5.01% in Tuesday's pre-market trading, outperforming the broader market amid ongoing economic uncertainty. The rise comes as Warren Buffett's net worth has increased by $11.5 billion this year to $153.5 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, despite recent market volatility.

The conglomerate's strong performance reflects the relative insulation of the property and casualty sector from global trade concerns. Additionally, investors may be anticipating that Buffett, known for his value investing strategy, could capitalize on the recent market sell-off to make significant purchases. Berkshire Hathaway entered 2025 with over $330 billion in cash, positioning the company to take advantage of potential opportunities arising from market turbulence.

While the S&P 500 has dropped 10.7% since April 2, Berkshire Hathaway shares have shown more resilience, declining only 8.8% over the same period. This outperformance highlights the company's diverse portfolio and strong financial position, which have helped it weather the recent market downturn better than many of its peers. As economic uncertainties persist, investors appear to be viewing Berkshire Hathaway as a safe haven, driving up its stock price in today's pre-market session.