Berkshire Hathaway Holds $299.3 Billion in Securities as of Q3 2026
Under Warren Buffett’s leadership, Berkshire Hathaway reported a $299.3 billion investment portfolio as of September 30, 2026, spread across 26 positions. Apple makes up 22% of the portfolio, followed by American Express at 17%.
Berkshire Hathaway, led by Warren Buffett, reported a $299.3 billion investment portfolio as of September 30, 2026, spread across 26 securities.
Warren Buffett's Investment Philosophy at Berkshire Hathaway
Warren Buffett employs a "value investing" approach, seeking to acquire companies whose stock price is below his estimate of the intrinsic value, with a multi-decade holding horizon.
This strategy relies on selecting businesses that generate stable cash flows, often in sectors where competitive advantages are durable, such as consumer goods or financial services.
Historically, the fund has outperformed the S&P 500 through a combination of patience, discipline, and reinvestment of dividends.
Key New Positions and Strengths
According to available information, the 13F filing does not specify changes from the previous quarter, only listing positions held at the end of the quarter.
The portfolio consists of ten major holdings representing 92.6% of total value: Apple ($65.95 billion, 22.0% of the portfolio), American Express ($51.28 billion, 17.1%), Alphabet ($37.76 billion, 12.6%), Coca-Cola ($32.51 billion, 10.9%), Bank of America ($27.54 billion, 9.2%), Chevron ($13.99 billion, 4.7%), Occidental Petroleum ($12.87 billion, 4.3%), Chubb ($11.67 billion, 3.9%), Moody’s ($11.17 billion, 3.7%), and Kraft Heinz ($7.69 billion, 2.6%).
These holdings illustrate the manager's preference for companies with strong cash-flow generation, dominant market positions, and in several cases, a history of regular dividend payments.
Cuts and Exits – What Buffett is Leaving Behind
The 13F form does not provide details on divestments made during the quarter, only listing holdings as of the closing date.
No position is indicated as entirely liquidated in the filing, and no value is presented as having decreased notably compared to the previous allocation.
Limitations of the 13F: What This Filing Does NOT Say
The 13F form, required by the SEC, must be filed within 45 days after the end of the quarter, introducing a lag between portfolio reality and official publication.
It only covers long positions in listed U.S. equities, excluding short sales, options, derivatives, as well as unlisted securities or holdings outside the U.S.
Consequently, the table presented does not reflect the full extent of Berkshire Hathaway's exposures, particularly investments in insurance, infrastructure, or private equity, which constitute a significant portion of its total assets.
