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Berkshire Sells $8 Billion in Chevron Shares During First Quarter
The company sold about $8 billion worth of Chevron shares in the first quarter as the oil producer's stock reached a record high. The sales occurred during a period when energy sector performance drew investor attention. The move reduced the company's holdings in the oil giant.
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The company sold approximately $8 billion worth of Chevron shares during the first quarter of 2026. The transactions took place as the oil producer's stock climbed to a record high. Chevron shares reached all-time highs in the quarter, reflecting broader strength in energy markets.
The company had built a significant position in the oil producer in prior periods before beginning to trim its stake. The sales represent a substantial reduction in the company's energy holdings. Chevron is one of the largest integrated oil companies in the United States, with operations spanning exploration, production and refining.
Oil prices and energy sector stocks showed volatility in early 2026 amid shifting global supply dynamics and demand forecasts. The company's decision to sell occurred against this backdrop, though specific reasons for the timing were not detailed. The first-quarter sales follow a pattern of portfolio adjustments by the company in recent years.
It continues to hold stakes in a range of industries, though the scale of the Chevron reduction stands out for its size.
The $8 billion in sales marks one of the larger single-stock reductions reported for the quarter. At current valuations, the transactions equate to roughly 100 million shares, based on average prices during the period when the stock hit its peak. No further details on remaining holdings or future plans were provided in the filing.
