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4 AI stocks making up 32.1% of Warren Buffett’s $295bn portfolio

4 AI stocks making up 32.1% of Warren Buffett’s $295 bn portfolio

Warren Buffett, one of the world’s most successful investors, continues to shape the investment landscape through Berkshire Hathaway.

As of 2024, 32.1% of the $295 billion portfolio is invested in four companies that are using artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their operations.

Here are the four companies and how they integrate AI into their strategies, compiled by YahooFinance.

1. Domino’s Pizza – 0.2% of Berkshire Hathaway’s Portfolio

Domino’s Pizza, the world’s largest pizza chain, serves over 1 million customers daily through its 21,000 stores in 90 countries. Berkshire Hathaway added Domino’s to its portfolio in the third quarter of 2024, making it a relatively new addition.

The company uses AI to optimise operations and improve customer experience. For example, its AI algorithms analyse customer behaviour to predict orders, reducing wait times. Domino’s aims to further incorporate AI into inventory management and staff scheduling, reflecting its commitment to innovation.

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2. Amazon – 0.8% of Berkshire Hathaway’s Portfolio

Amazon is a global leader in e-commerce, cloud computing, and digital advertising. AI plays a critical role in its operations, from its recommendation engine to autonomous robots in fulfilment centres.

One significant development is Amazon’s Project Private Investigator, an AI system designed to identify defective products before shipping. The company’s Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform is also capitalising on the AI boom, reporting triple-digit growth in AI-related revenues during the third quarter of 2024.

Berkshire began investing in Amazon in 2019, with its position now worth over $2.3 billion. The continued integration of AI into Amazon’s business model positions it as a key player in the technology space.

3. Coca-Cola – 8.4% of Berkshire Hathaway’s Portfolio

Coca-Cola is leveraging AI to maintain its status as the world’s largest beverage company. In April 2024, the company committed $1.1 billion to Microsoft’s Azure cloud platform over five years. This investment aims to enhance supply chains, productivity, and marketing efforts.

AI has also been used in Coca-Cola’s campaigns. Recent initiatives include Create Real Magic, which allowed users to generate holiday-themed digital content, and the launch of Coca-Cola Y3000, a soda inspired by AI-driven customer insights.

Berkshire acquired its stake in Coca-Cola between 1988 and 1994 for $1.3 billion. That investment is now worth over $25 billion, underlining the company’s long-term value.

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4. Apple – 22.7% of Berkshire Hathaway’s Portfolio

Apple is Berkshire Hathaway’s largest holding, accounting for 22.7% of its portfolio. Although Berkshire reduced its position in 2024, Apple remains central to its investments.

Apple’s AI strategy includes developing proprietary hardware and software. The launch of Apple Intelligence in 2023 introduced tools such as automated email summarisation, prioritised notifications, and a revamped Siri assistant powered by ChatGPT.

With over 2.2 billion active Apple devices worldwide, the company is positioned to become a significant distributor of AI technologies.

Chisom Michael is a data analyst (audience engagement) and writer at BusinessDay, with diverse experience in the media industry. He holds a BSc in Industrial Physics from Imo State University and an MEng in Computer Science and Technology from Liaoning Univerisity of Technology China. He specialises in listicle writing, profiles and leveraging his skills in audience engagement analysis and data-driven insights to create compelling content that resonates with readers.

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