Warren Buffett’s Alleged $1 Trillion Tesla Acquisition: A Closer Look
In an intriguing turn of events, a recent article by GoBankingRates claimed that Warren Buffett, the 94-year-old CEO and Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, intends to acquire Tesla from Elon Musk for a staggering $1 trillion. This sensational announcement was reportedly made during a conference call where Buffett communicated with other investors.
“While I’ve publicly maintained that I don’t understand tech companies, I’ve secretly been driving a Cybertruck around my Nebraska neighborhood at night.”
This all-cash acquisition was described by the financial site as potentially “the largest acquisition in business history.”GoBankingRates humorously added that Buffett has kept the colossal sum in a shoebox under his bed and hinted at a secret collection of Tesla vehicles featuring every model the brand has produced.
“I’ve been telling people I still drive my old Cadillac, but the truth is I’ve put 100,000 miles on my Model S.”
Interestingly, the article mentioned Buffett occasionally takes his Model S for a drive in a Costco parking lot. Nonetheless, it’s essential to clarify that this extravagant acquisition is purely fictional. The article concluded with a clarification that negated the authenticity of the information presented.
“APRIL FOOLS! This article is entirely satirical and was published on April 1, 2025. Warren Buffett has not acquired Tesla, and all quotes and information in this piece are fictional.”
Reaction to the Satirical Piece
The report quickly captured the attention of social media users, sparking a flurry of reactions and speculations about the legitimacy of the claim. Many online commentators questioned whether Musk was indeed relinquishing control of his groundbreaking automotive company.
Furthermore, an amusing detail suggested that Elon Musk would assume the role of “chief meme officer”following the supposed deal, while Buffett would oversee daily operations. Musk’s humorous commentary about receiving endless supplies of Cherry Coke and See’s Candies only added to the amusement of the article.
“Plus, he’s giving me unlimited Cherry Coke and See’s Candies. Have you tried those peanut brittle things? Love those little guys!”
Despite the playful nature of the piece, it left some readers questioning its credibility. A flicker of doubt regarding the authenticity of the article was inevitable, but the disclaimer at the end should have cleared any confusion for attentive readers.
Previous Links Between Buffett and Tesla
This isn’t the first time Warren Buffett’s name has been mentioned in connection with Tesla. Back in May 2024, Musk responded to a tweet suggesting that Buffett should invest in Tesla instead of Apple, calling it “an obvious move.”
“He should take a position in Tesla. It’s an obvious move.”
During the Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholder meeting in May 2023, Buffett emphasized that his team does not wish to compete with Musk, as they do not seek “that much failure.”