Berkshire Hathaway Holds $28 Billion Stake in Alphabet, Initiated by Warren Buffett
As of March 31, Berkshire Hathaway held a combined stake worth approximately $28 billion in Alphabet (GOOGL and GOOG), making it one of its top holdings. This includes shares acquired during Alphabet’s June fundraising round for an $85 billion raise. The investment was initially seen as unexpected given Berkshire's historical avoidance of the tech sector, but Warren Buffett has now confirmed he initiated the position. Buffett cited his long-standing admiration for Alphabet's operations and high returns on capital over time. He emphasized a focus on businesses that can sustain strong performance in the future—particularly relevant to AI development. With expected capex reaching $200 billion by 2026, Berkshire is betting on Alphabet’s ability to generate solid ROI from its investments. The move signals confidence in Alphabet's long-term potential and may influence investor sentiment toward tech stocks more broadly.
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Topics: AI investment Alphabet (Google) Berkshire Hathaway Warren Buffett