Berkshire Hathaway’s Trillion-Dollar Status Defies AI Trend as Investors Weigh Post-Buffett Era

Berkshire Hathaway stands as an anomaly among the elite trillion-dollar market cap club, most of which are AI-focused tech giants. While Class A shares remain out of reach for most at $745,000, the $500-range BRK.B shares present a more accessible entry point.

Concerns linger about the company's valuation at 22.8x forward P/E and its trajectory after Warren Buffett's planned 2026 departure. The transition to CEO Greg Abel marks a pivotal moment for the conglomerate, with some investors questioning whether Berkshire can maintain its prestige without its legendary leader.

Unlike its trillion-dollar peers riding the AI wave, Berkshire's diversified holdings—from insurance to railroads—represent old-economy stalwarts. This contrast highlights the shifting landscape of market leadership, where traditional value investors must reconcile with tech-dominated growth narratives.