Berkshire Hathaway reports better-than-expected earnings and record cash hoard; new CEO Greg Abel leads earnings event for first time

Berkshire Hathaway's cash position hit a new record, reported in earnings released on Saturday.

Greg Abel, who became CEO at the start of 2026, led the earnings event for the first time on Monday.

Berkshire Hathaway stock rose below a key level on Monday, the same day as the earnings event.