Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Boosts Alphabet Stake by 83%

Key Facts

1Berkshire Hathaway increased its stake in Alphabet by 83% during the second quarter of 2026.

2Alphabet became the third-largest equity holding in Warren Buffett's portfolio following the increase.

3Warren Buffett confirmed that the investment in Alphabet was his own idea.

In a move reflecting a strategic shift in Warren Buffett's portfolio, Berkshire Hathaway increased its stake in Alphabet by 83% during the second quarter of 2026. According to reports, Alphabet has now become the third-largest equity holding in the firm's portfolio following this significant boost. Warren Buffett confirmed that the decision to invest in Google's parent company was his own personal idea, marking the firm's first net equity purchase after 14 consecutive quarters of sales.

This accumulation comes as market data shows varied performance across Big Tech peers, with Alphabet's GOOGL shares closing at $342.9879 and GOOG shares at $340.48 on August 17, 2026. Per market data, this compares to peer prices such as META at $566.695 and Microsoft (MSFT) at $479.6251 as of the same date. The move strengthens Berkshire's tech exposure alongside Apple (AAPL), which closed at $304.29.

Traders are monitoring GOOGL support levels near the recent low of $341.93, while facing potential resistance at the daily high of $347.25 as of the August 17, 2026 close. With no immediate catalysts listed in the upcoming economic calendar specifically for Alphabet, the focus remains on how this high-tier institutional backing will influence sector sentiment in the coming sessions.

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