Berkshire Hathaway: $299.3B Portfolio in Q3 2026, Apple Leading
In Q3 2026, Berkshire Hathaway holds $299.3B in listed equities, with Apple (22%), American Express (17.1%), and Alphabet (12.6%). Warren Buffett's fund continues its focus on U.S. stocks.
On August 14, 2026, Berkshire Hathaway, the investment vehicle of Warren Buffett, filed its Form 13F with the SEC for Q3 2026. The total value of listed positions amounts to $299.3 billion, spread across 26 securities. This filing, required within 45 days after the end of the quarter, reveals holdings as of June 30, 2026.
Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway since 1970, is one of the most respected investors in the world. His philosophy, inspired by his mentor Benjamin Graham, focuses on companies with durable competitive advantages, strong fundamentals, and reliable management. The fund maintains concentrated positions: the top five holdings represent 71.8% of the portfolio. Historically, Buffett has generated an annualized return of approximately 20% since 1965, outperforming the S&P 500. He favors consumer staples, financials, and energy sectors, with a preference for U.S. markets.
Key New Positions and Strengthens
The portfolio is led by Apple Inc., with $65.95 billion (22.0% of the portfolio), representing 227,917,808 shares. This position, unchanged in terms of shares, remains the largest holding. American Express Co. follows with $51.28 billion (17.1%), accounting for 151,610,700 shares. Alphabet Inc. completes the podium with $37.76 billion (12.6%), totaling 105,979,600 shares. Coca-Cola Co. holds 400,000,000 shares ($32.51 billion), Bank of America owns 483,394,015 shares ($27.54 billion), and Chevron Corporation has 84,375,856 shares ($13.99 billion). The fund also strengthened its position in Occidental Petroleum, with 264,941,431 shares ($12.87 billion). These moves reflect confidence in technology, finance, and energy.
Cuts and Exits - What Buffett is Leaving Behind
The Q3 2026 13F data does not show any reductions or complete exits. All major positions seem stable or increasing. However, the filing does not detail intr-quarter sales; it only reflects holdings at the end of the quarter. Berkshire may have reduced certain positions during the quarter, but this information is unavailable. Investors should consult the full filing on SEC EDGAR for precise changes.
Limitations of the 13F: What This Filing Doesn't Say
The Form 13F has significant limitations. It is filed up to 45 days after the end of the quarter, so data may be outdated. It only covers long positions in U.S. listed equities; short positions, options, bonds, and foreign non-listed securities are excluded. Berkshire also holds private subsidiaries, which are not included. Finally, the 13F does not reveal the manager's intentions: a position could be sold immediately after filing. For a comprehensive analysis, investors should review the annual 10-K report and shareholder letters.
