Apple distributed its quarterly dividend today, generating a substantial payout for Berkshire Hathaway. With roughly 280 million Apple shares, Warren Buffett’s conglomerate received $0.26 per share, resulting in a dividend check of about $72.8 million. Apple remains Berkshire’s largest equity holding by a wide margin and continues to provide consistent income alongside long-term capital appreciation.
The dividend underscores the scale of Berkshire Hathaway’s position in Apple, which has become one of the most profitable allocations in Buffett’s investing history. Despite market volatility around megacap tech valuations, the company’s shareholder returns remain a key component of Berkshire’s recurring cash flow.
Apple continues to prioritize buybacks and dividends as part of its capital return strategy, maintaining one of the largest payout programs in global equity markets. For Berkshire, the steady cash inflow reinforces the firm’s long-term approach to concentrated, high-conviction holdings.
