Berkshire Hathaway Trims AAPL Stake by 13% Yet Apple Retains Top Spot in Portfolio
- Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has reduced its stake in tech giant Apple Inc for the second consecutive quarter, according to its first-quarter earnings report.
- The value of Berkshire’s stake in Apple fell 22 per cent to $135.4 billion as of March 31 from $174.3 billion at the end of 2023, despite the iPhone maker’s share price falling just 11 per cent in the quarter.
- Buffett, who is usually wary of tech investments, views Apple as a consumer goods company with strong pricing power and loyal customers.
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway trims its stake in Apple for the second straight quarter, marking a significant shift in the investment strategy of the conglomerate.
Berkshire Hathaway Reduces Apple Stake
Berkshire Hathaway’s first-quarter earnings report revealed a 13 per cent reduction in its stake in Apple, bringing the value down to $135.4 billion. This move comes despite Apple’s share price only falling 11 per cent in the same quarter. The tech giant remains Berkshire’s largest holding by a significant margin.
Buffett’s View on Apple
Warren Buffett, known for his cautious approach to tech investments, sees Apple more as a consumer goods company with strong pricing power and a dedicated customer base. Despite the reduction in stake, Apple CEO Tim Cook has expressed that it remains a privilege to have Berkshire as a major shareholder.
