Warren Buffett Confirms He Initiated Berkshire Hathaway's Major Investment in Alphabet
During a CNBC interview on July 15, 2026, Warren Buffett confirmed he was the driving force behind Berkshire Hathaway’s significant investment in Alphabet (GOOG). The stake has grown to approximately $31 billion and originated from both public purchases and a private placement. While acknowledging it wasn't his favorite holding among Berkshire's portfolio, Buffett admitted regret for not investing earlier.
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