Core Holdings Revealed by New Berkshire Hathaway CEO
Greg Abel has officially taken over as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, effective January 2026, succeeding Warren Buffett. In his inaugural letter to shareholders, he identified nine key stocks that account for over 60% of Berkshire’s portfolio, clarifying that trading activity in these holdings will be limited. Investors may view many of these stocks as attractive opportunities.
The largest marketable equity position for Berkshire is Apple, which represents 19% of the company’s holdings. Despite Buffett selling three-quarters of the shares during his tenure, Abel suggests that this selling spree has concluded. Other significant holdings include American Express (15%), Coca-Cola (10%), and five Japanese trading houses, which collectively constitute 14% of the portfolio.
Abel aims to focus on trimming non-core positions while concentrating on the most robust investments within Berkshire’s portfolio, highlighting the company’s strategic shift under his leadership.
