Here's How Much Berkshire Hathaway's Apple Stake Would Be Worth If Warren Buffett Never Sold a Share
The article argues that Berkshire Hathaway’s Apple investment remains Buffett’s most profitable stock bet, even after Berkshire sold more than 75% of its stake since 2018. Buffett originally put about $36 billion into Apple between 2016 and 2018, generating over $100 billion in profit and, if fully held, an estimated $330 billion stake value today. The piece frames Berkshire’s sales as risk management rather than a bearish call, noting Apple’s concentration in the portfolio had become too large. It also says Apple’s fundamentals remain strong in 2026, supported by robust iPhone sales, a capital-light business model, and potential AI-driven demand from the Siri revamp. The article suggests Buffett would buy more if the price fell, but the stock’s continued strength keeps Apple Berkshire’s largest equity holding. Market impact is primarily supportive for AAPL, with a bullish long-term tone despite past trimming of the position.