Warren Buffett praises Tim Cook’s tenure after Steve Jobs: ‘He succeeded a legend’

Watch on YouTube ↗  |  May 02, 2026 at 14:16  |  5:47  |  CNBC
Speakers
Warren Buffett — Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, former CEO

Summary

Warren Buffett recounts Berkshire's $35 billion Apple investment, which grew to $185 billion under Tim Cook. He praises Cook and confirms Apple remains Berkshire's largest holding.

  • Berkshire invested $35 billion in Apple about 10 years ago.
  • The stake is now worth $185 billion pre-tax.
  • Buffett credits Tim Cook for the success.
  • Apple recently celebrated its 50th anniversary.
  • Tim Cook is retiring from Apple.
  • Berkshire still holds Apple as its largest holding.
Trade Ideas
Warren Buffett Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, former CEO 2:11
Berkshire still holds Apple as largest.
Berkshire Hathaway invested $35 billion in Apple about a decade ago, and through Tim Cook's management, the stake grew to $185 billion pre-tax. Berkshire still holds Apple as its largest holding, indicating continued confidence in the company and management.
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This CNBC video, published May 02, 2026, features Warren Buffett discussing AAPL. 1 trade idea extracted by AI with direction and confidence scoring.

Speakers: Warren Buffett  · Tickers: AAPL