Berkshire Hathaway reports record cash pile in Greg Abel’s first quarter as CEO
By Auzinea Bacon
Published on May 2, 2026.
Berkshire Hathaway (B.N.A. has reported a record $11.35 billion in operating earnings under CEO Greg Abel, a significant increase from the previous year. The company's massive cash pile rose to more than $397 billion in the first quarter, up from $373 billion at the end of 2025. The operating earnings were up nearly 18% from the same period.
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