Berkshire Hathaway finally started spending its nearly $400 billion in cash — on one stock it knows very well

Berkshire is buying its own stock after years of building up a cash pile. Not everyone is excited.

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  1. Among US Giants: Berkshire Hathaway's Revenue Rank: Berkshire Hathaway ranks among the top 10 largest companies in the US by revenue, reporting $371,433 million.
  2. Berkshire's Top Three Largest Stock Holdings: As of Q1 2024, Berkshire Hathaway's three largest public stock holdings by market value are Apple Inc., Bank of America Corp, and American Express Company, collectively representing a substantial portion of its investment portfolio.
  3. Berkshire Hathaway's Cash Pile: A Historical Perspective: Berkshire Hathaway's cash and short-term Treasury bills reached a record $397.4 billion at the end of Q1 2026, marking its largest cash hoard in history, driven by a disciplined investment approach and net equity sales.

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