Warren Buffett revealed he personally initiated Berkshire Hathaway’s significant investment in Alphabet. This disclosure clarifies that Buffett, rather than successor Greg Abel, orchestrated the move. The chairman noted that tech giants now possess business models understandable to traditional investors.
Berkshire Hathaway first established its position in Alphabet during the third quarter of 2025. The conglomerate has since more than doubled its holdings in the Google parent. The total value of the investment now exceeds $30 billion.
Buffett views the investment as a correction for failing to buy the stock earlier. The move signals confidence in Alphabet’s dominance across Google Search and YouTube. It also highlights Berkshire’s support for the company’s artificial intelligence initiatives.