Warren Buffett disclosed initiating Berkshire Hathaway’s $20 billion Alphabet stake, marking a rare tech investment for the billionaire.
Warren Buffett confirmed he initiated Berkshire Hathaway’s $20 billion investment in Alphabet, making it one of the conglomerate’s five largest holdings. The move surprised investors, given Buffett’s historical aversion to technology stocks, but reflects confidence in Alphabet’s AI-driven growth.
Alphabet’s Google Search revenue rose 19.1% year-over-year in Q1 2026, up from 9.8% the prior year, driven by AI-powered overviews. Google Cloud revenue surged 63% to $20 billion, with operating income more than tripling, signaling AI’s role in diversifying profits beyond digital ads.