Berkshire Hathaway reports $299.3 billion in assets; Apple remains the largest holding at $65.95 billion
Berkshire Hathaway reports a declared portfolio of $299.3 billion as of September 30, 2026, with 22% invested in Apple ($65.95 billion). The top 10 holdings represent 86% of the total, with 26 positions overall.
Berkshire Hathaway, led by Warren Buffett, reported a market-valued portfolio of $299.3 billion as of the end of the third quarter 2026, according to the 13F-HR filing published on August 14, 2026, on the SEC website.
Warren Buffett favors a "value" approach: acquiring undervalued businesses or stocks with a durable competitive advantage (moat) and the ability to generate cash flow. The fund focuses on sectors where brand strength, liquidity, or regulatory barriers offer long-term protection, such as financial services, consumer goods, and energy. Berkshire's track record reflects decades of outperformance relative to market averages, maintaining concentrated exposure to fewer than 30 names.
Key new positions and strengthenings
The 13F filing reports no notable new positions or strengthenings for the quarter; the top 10 positions remain unchanged in value and proportion of the portfolio. Apple Inc. remains the largest holding at $65.95 billion (22.0% of the portfolio) and 227,917,808 shares, followed by American Express ($51.28 billion, 17.1%). Alphabet, Coca-Cola, Bank of America, Chevron, Occidental, Chubb, Moody's, and Kraft Heinz complete the top 10, collectively representing more than 80% of the total reported value. No additional movements are indicated in the report.
Cuts and exits - what Buffett is leaving behind
The document reports no exits or reductions in positions for the quarter; none of the major positions saw their weight decrease, and no position was fully liquidated. The remaining 16 positions, totaling $26.8 billion, are also maintained according to available information.
Limitations of the 13F: What this filing DOES NOT say
The 13F form only lists long-dated publicly traded securities in the United States and does not reflect short positions, options, derivatives, or private investments. Information is published 45 days after the end of the quarter, meaning movements after September 30, 2026, are not yet visible. Additionally, the filing does not detail cash management strategies, debts, or indirect holdings through subsidiaries.
Despite these limitations, the significant weighting given to Apple, American Express, and energy giants indicates that Buffett continues to bet on companies with strong cash generation capabilities and sector resilience. The portfolio's stability suggests persistent confidence in the fundamentals of these securities, even in an uncertain macroeconomic environment.
