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Mouser Electronics announced its role as a Philanthropic Partner for the 2022 ExCEllence in Senior Design Showcase at the University of Texas at Dallas on May 19-20. The event showcases electrical and computer engineering students' innovative senior projects. Senior Vice President Hayne Shumate will deliver the keynote address. Mouser emphasizes its commitment to education, offering resources for students and educators. The ESD Showcase, launched in May 2019, now involves nearly 20 universities and aims to highlight engineering design skills.

Mouser Electronics has been awarded the 2021 Distributor Partner of the Year by Neutrik Americas, recognizing its significant sales growth and cooperative marketing efforts. Neutrik, a leader in AVL connectivity solutions, praised Mouser for its commitment to mutual business success. Mouser has previously won multiple awards from Neutrik, including Outstanding Performance awards in 2020, 2019, and 2017. This recognition showcases Mouser's dedication to providing top-tier service and support to its customers and business partners.

Mouser Electronics, a Berkshire Hathaway company, emphasizes its commitment to customer service with the launch of enhanced online tools aimed at streamlining the selection and purchasing process for semiconductors and electronic components. The redesigned Services and Tools page offers features such as order tracking, technical support, and the Intelligent BOM Tool. The Help Center consolidates customer support resources, making it easier for users to access information and manage orders. Mouser aims to improve the efficiency of design and engineering projects through these resources.

Berkshire Hathaway reported a significant decline in net earnings for Q1 2022, with net earnings attributable to shareholders at $5.46 billion, down from $11.71 billion in Q1 2021. Operating earnings were $7.04 billion, slightly up from $7.02 billion a year prior. Investment losses totaled $1.58 billion in Q1 2022, contrasting with gains of $4.69 billion in Q1 2021. Share repurchases amounted to $3.2 billion in Q1 2022, and insurance float increased to $148 billion.

On April 30, 2022, Berkshire Hathaway will release its first quarter earnings report and Form 10-Q at 7:00 a.m. Central time, accessible via www.berkshirehathaway.com. The company will also hold its 2022 Annual Shareholders Meeting on the same day, featuring a Q&A session with key executives, including Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, starting at approximately 9:15 a.m. Central time. This event will be streamed live, beginning at 8:45 a.m. Central time, on CNBC.

Mouser Electronics has launched the second chapter of its Empowering Innovation Together series, focusing on immersive technologies and extended reality (XR). The program includes exclusive content such as a Then, Now and Next video and a new episode of The Tech Between Us podcast, featuring insights from industry leaders. CEO Glenn Smith emphasizes the importance of these technologies across various sectors, fueled by advancements in IoT, smart devices, and 5G.

This initiative has sponsorship from major manufacturers such as Intel and Analog Devices.

Alleghany Corporation (NYSE: Y) has concluded its 'go-shop' period related to its merger agreement with Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A; BRK.B) as of April 14, 2022. During this period, Alleghany reached out to 31 potential buyers but did not receive any alternative acquisition offers. Consequently, Alleghany now faces 'no-shop' restrictions that limit discussions on other acquisition proposals. The merger is expected to finalize in Q4 2022, pending necessary approvals from Alleghany's shareholders and regulatory bodies. Goldman Sachs and Willkie Farr & Gallagher are advising Alleghany on this transaction.

Mouser Electronics announces its exclusive sponsorship of the Hall of Fame at the FIRST Robotics Competition Championship scheduled for April 20–23 in Houston. This event highlights the winners of the Chairman’s Award, which honors exemplary teams. The company has supported FIRST since 2014, contributing to various robotics competitions and providing grants for local high school teams. Mouser’s commitment to education emphasizes innovation and engineering skills for students globally.

Mouser Electronics, a leading distributor of semiconductors and electronic components, has been awarded the Global High Service Distributor of the Year for the eighth time by TE Connectivity. This recognition is based on Mouser's impressive 2021 performance, which includes growth in sales, market share, and customer base. Mouser has previously received this award for several consecutive years, highlighting its strong partnership with TE. The company's vast inventory supports various industries including automotive, aerospace, and consumer devices.