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As of Q1 2026, Berkshire Hathaway (BRK-B) held roughly $397 billion in cash. Since taking over leadership in January, Greg Abel has effectively been handed a sizable war chest to deploy. Long shaped by Warren Buffett, the company’s disciplined, value-oriented approach often serves as a barometer for broader market conditions. The continued buildup of cash suggests a shortage of attractive investment opportunities. That caution has come at a cost: the stock has lagged year-to-date, missing out on the market’s sharp rebound in April and its push to new all-time highs.
Source: Companies Market Cap, The Business Week Graphic
This graph was produced by Lucas Juery, CFA, CFPⓇ and is not intended to provide financial advice.
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