A $4.34 billion bet on Google has already returned $1.29 billion to Berkshire Hathaway

Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has already gained $1.29 billion on its $4.34 billion investment in Alphabet’s Class A shares. The position, established in Q3 2025, is now worth $5.63 billion as Google’s stock rose to $315.50 per share by April 9, 2026. Berkshire acquired 17.85 million shares at an average price of $243.22. The 29% return was realized in less than seven months. Buffett is unlikely to sell. His preferred holding period, he has said, is forever.