Greg Abel says Alphabet is a "relevant" company in AI after increasing stake
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Greg Abel says Alphabet is a "relevant" company in AI after increasing stake

Jornal de Negócios2 September 2026 at 15:43

Greg Abel, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, gave a rare interview in which he addressed various current economic topics. During the conversation, Greg Abel referred to Alphabet as a "relevant" company in the field of artificial intelligence, at a time when Berkshire Hathaway increased its stake in the tech giant.

In the interview, Greg Abel also discussed the rise in Japanese debt interest rates, an issue that has been concerning international markets. The CEO of Berkshire Hathaway also commented on advances in artificial intelligence, specifically mentioning the impact of data centers in this growing sector.

The US housing market was another topic addressed by Greg Abel during the interview. The executive did not specify what position Berkshire Hathaway holds in this sector, but discussed the current state of the American real estate market.

When questioned about his advisors, Greg Abel stated that Warren Buffett continues to be his main advisor. This declaration comes in the context of the rare interview by the CEO, who maintains a low profile compared to his famous predecessor at the helm of Berkshire Hathaway.

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