The stock market is vast and constantly changing. It has both awe-inspiring and life-changing moments. This article explores the world’s most expensive stocks, their fluctuating prices, and the factors behind their high costs.
1. Berkshire Hathaway
Berkshire Hathaway is the most expensive stock globally, priced at INR. 46,273,628 per share. It’s a big company with many others under it, like Apple and Coca-Cola.
2. Lindt & Spruengli AG
Lindt & Sprüngli AG, also known as Lindt, is a Swiss company famous for making chocolates. It started in 1845 and began as a small candy store in Zürich in 1836.
This Company stock globally, priced at INR. 10,123,728 per share.
3. Next Plc
Next is a British company that sells clothes and shoes. They have over 700 stores worldwide. They have three main parts: stores in the UK and Ireland, international stores, and an online catalog with many customers.
This Company stock globally, priced at INR. 3,03,432 per share.
4. Seaboard Corporation
Seaboard Corporation is a big company, making $5.81 billion in 2017. They mostly work with pork and ships. They also do other things globally and have 30 ships. They are in Kansas.
This Company stock globally, priced at INR. 2,96,216 per share.
5. NVR Inc.
NVR Inc. was originally called Ryan Homes, founded in 1940. In 1980, it became NVR Inc. Its main work is building homes and giving mortgages. They’ve built over 365,000 homes, led by CEO Paul C. Saville.
This Company stock globally, priced at INR. 6,00,603 per share.
6. Booking Holdings Inc.
Booking Holdings Inc., once called the Priceline Group, now trades as BKNG on NASDAQ. In 2020, Booking.com ranked second globally among travel agencies, serving over 220 countries through six online brands.
This Company stock globally, priced at INR. 2,94,592 per share.
7. Amazon Inc.
Amazon, headquartered in Seattle, is the largest American online store founded by Jeff Bezos, the world’s richest person. They sell a wide range of items, from toys to books, jewelry, and clothes. They also create and sell electronic gadgets like Kindle e-readers. Amazon is a major player in electronic services, and its stock price (AMZN) has consistently risen in recent years.
This Company stock globally, priced at INR. 12,869 per share.
8. Markel Corporation
Markel Corporation, founded in 1930 by Samuel Markel, began when he couldn’t find insurance for buses and taxis as required by law. It started as Mutual Casualty Association and now covers unique risks globally, including yachts, art, events, and more, ranking among the Fortune 500.
This Company stock globally, priced at INR. 1,17,844 per share.
9. Madras Rubber Factory Limited
MRF Limited, an Indian company, is a surprise addition to this list due to its soaring stock price. It’s India’s biggest tire maker, holding more than 24% of the market, even with cheaper Chinese competition.
This Company stock globally, priced at INR. 1,33,886 per share.
10. Autozone Inc
AutoZone has been in the car parts business for 43 years. They aim to offer the best parts, prices, and customer service. They are the top retailer and distributor of car parts in the U.S.
This Company stock globally, priced at INR. 2,11,195 per share.
