Fairfax: Fair and Friendly

Recorded on: April 22, 2026

This week, Barry and Ernest break down their new

investment in Fairfax Financial including the business model, similarities and

differences to Berkshire Hathaway, and their strong track record in

underwriting insurance and growing shareholder value. 

0:00- Introduction

6:44- Fairfax's business model

12:10- Disciplined insurance underwriting

21:00- Fairfax's investment strategy

28:58- Return expectations

34:44- Key man risk for Fairfax

36:30- Insurance industry risks