Beard Energy Transition Acquisition Corp. Price & Performance (BRD-WT)

Kinder Morgan reported robust first-quarter results, driven by record U.S. natural gas demand and a $640 million acquisition of Outrigger Energy II’s Bakken system. The company highlighted strong operational performance in most segments, despite a planned turnaround impacting its products pipelines. New infrastructure projects are also advancing, supporting future growth.1

Berkshire Hathaway’s stock dropped over 5% following the board’s official confirmation that Greg Abel will succeed Warren Buffett as CEO in 2026. The timeline, disclosed at the company’s annual meeting, surprised some investors who expected Buffett to remain indefinitely. Abel, overseeing non-insurance operations, emphasized Berkshire’s substantial cash reserves as a key asset.2

Core Molding Technologies posted first-quarter earnings and revenue below expectations, leading to a 2% pre-market stock drop. Revenue fell 21.4% year-over-year, though gross margin improved. The company secured $15 million in new business, but uncertainty in heavy truck markets and shifting sales timing prompted a more cautious outlook for the first half of 2025.3