Warren Buffett's Successor, Greg Abel, Has 82% of Berkshire's $360 Billion Portfolio Concentrated in 10 Superstar Stocks

Greg Abel has taken over as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway following Warren Buffett's retirement. Abel maintains Buffett's strategy of portfolio concentration, with 82% ($294 billion) of Berkshire's $360 billion invested assets concentrated in 10 stocks. A key difference is Abel's willingness to invest in tech stocks like Apple and Alphabet, while maintaining Buffett's core holdings in financial stocks and 'indefinite' holdings like Coca-Cola and American Express.

09/11/2026, 5:06 AM • The Motley Fool

My Top Dividend Growth Stock to Buy in September and Hold Forever

PepsiCo is recommended as a top dividend growth stock to buy in September. The company is a Dividend King with 54 years of consecutive dividend increases, currently offering a 4.3% yield. Despite underperforming the S&P 500 and trading down 14.3% over six months, PepsiCo's valuation is attractive relative to peers, making it an appealing opportunity for long-term dividend investors seeking stable income.

09/09/2026, 1:11 PM • The Motley Fool

1 No-Brainer ETF I'm Loading Up on in 2026 and Beyond

The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) is recommended as a core holding for long-term investors seeking diversified dividend income. With a 3% dividend yield (three times higher than S&P 500 ETFs), low 0.06% expense ratio, and exposure to stable sectors like healthcare and consumer staples, SCHD offers attractive passive income potential. The ETF has delivered 29% total returns year-to-date and is particularly suitable for tax-advantaged accounts like Roth IRAs.

09/08/2026, 2:37 PM • The Motley Fool

Warren Buffett's Hand-Picked Successor, Greg Abel, has 68% of Berkshire Hathaway's Portfolio Invested in Just 5 Stocks. Here's My Top Pick for September.

Greg Abel, Warren Buffett's successor as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, maintains 68% of the portfolio in five major stocks: Apple, American Express, Coca-Cola, Alphabet, and Bank of America. Apple is highlighted as the top pick for September due to new CEO John Ternus's engineering background, upcoming product launches on Sept. 9 including AI-enhanced Siri, and the company's strong competitive moat despite trading at 36x forward earnings.

09/08/2026, 4:10 AM • The Motley Fool

3 Dividend Kings You Can Buy and Never Sell

The article highlights three Dividend King stocks (companies with 50+ consecutive years of dividend increases) as ideal long-term holdings: Coca-Cola, Federal Realty Investment Trust, and Consolidated Edison. Coca-Cola maintains market dominance with 64 years of dividend growth and 27% YTD gains. Federal Realty is the only REIT with Dividend King status, showing strong occupancy and 59 years of dividend increases. Consolidated Edison provides stable utility income with 52 years of dividend growth, benefiting from rising power demand.

09/07/2026, 9:15 AM • The Motley Fool

Coca-Cola: Buy, Sell, or Hold After Its Recent Run?

Coca-Cola stock has surged 28% over the past year, significantly outperforming the S&P 500 and consumer staples peers. While the company demonstrates strong fundamentals as a Dividend King with 64 consecutive dividend increases and solid 6% organic revenue growth, its valuation has become fully priced to slightly expensive. The article recommends long-term holders maintain positions, but value investors should wait for better entry points.

09/06/2026, 11:15 AM • The Motley Fool

As the Stock Market Flashes a Warning Signal Only Witnessed 2 Times in 155 Years, Warren Buffett Delivers a Blunt Message to Investors.

Warren Buffett warns that the stock market is flashing a historically rare warning signal, with the S&P 500 Shiller CAPE ratio reaching levels only seen during the dot-com boom. The billionaire investor criticizes excessive market gambling and high valuations, advising investors to focus on quality stocks at reasonable prices and maintain long-term commitment rather than fleeing the market.

09/06/2026, 4:10 AM • The Motley Fool

Coca-Cola Stock at $88: Here's Why Investors Should Pause

The article advises investors to reconsider buying Coca-Cola at $88 per share, citing its elevated P/E ratio of 27 compared to PepsiCo's 18, and PepsiCo's superior dividend yield of 4.2% versus Coca-Cola's 2.4%. Additionally, Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has not purchased additional Coca-Cola shares since 1994, suggesting limited upside potential despite the company's 64-year dividend increase streak.

09/05/2026, 5:06 PM • The Motley Fool

Forget High-Yield Traps: Coca-Cola Is the Best Dividend Stock

The article argues that dividend investors should prioritize dividend growth and stock stability over high current yields. Coca-Cola is highlighted as an excellent dividend stock despite its modest 2.4% yield, citing its 64-year streak of consecutive dividend increases and 7.4% average annual dividend growth over 30 years. The author warns against 'yield traps'—stocks with inflated yields that often underperform.

09/05/2026, 5:15 AM • The Motley Fool

Warren Buffett's Successor, Greg Abel, Has 63% of Berkshire's $360 Billion Portfolio Concentrated in 5 Superstar Stocks

Greg Abel, who took over as Berkshire Hathaway's CEO on December 31, maintains Warren Buffett's investment philosophy of concentrating assets in best ideas. As of August 28, 63% ($226 billion) of Berkshire's $360 billion portfolio is concentrated in five stocks. Tech stocks now comprise over 30% of the portfolio, driven by significant positions in Apple and Alphabet. Abel has tripled Berkshire's Alphabet position and added $17 billion in Q2. Meanwhile, Berkshire has been reducing its Bank of America stake for eight consecutive quarters due to valuation concerns.

09/04/2026, 5:06 AM • The Motley Fool

If the AI Boom Slows Down, History Says This Is the Smartest Way to Protect Your Long-Term Portfolio

As concerns grow about a potential AI market slowdown due to inflation, rate hikes, and geopolitical tensions, investors should consider diversifying into dividend-focused ETFs like SCHD. The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF offers exposure to 100 stable, dividend-paying stocks across multiple sectors, providing a defensive hedge against AI stock volatility while delivering steady income and historical returns of 243% over the past decade.

09/02/2026, 2:05 PM • The Motley Fool

For Students Like Jariel: Stop & Shop Launches Annual School Food Pantry Campaign

Stop & Shop announced its annual School Food Pantry Campaign running from September 4 through October 30, 2026, allowing customers to donate at checkout to support school food pantries across five states. The program, established in 2019, now supports over 290 schools serving more than 50,000 students and families monthly, with plans to reach 300 partner schools. The campaign features five student and family ambassadors whose stories highlight the program's impact on food-insecure communities.

09/02/2026, 8:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Here's What $1,000 Invested in Berkshire Hathaway the Day Greg Abel Became CEO Is Worth Now

Since Greg Abel took over as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway at the end of 2025, the stock has been essentially flat, with a $1,000 investment worth only $1,005 today. This marks a stark contrast to Warren Buffett's legacy of 19.7% average annual returns. Despite solid Q2 earnings and a strong cash position of $365.5 billion, Berkshire is on track for its worst performance in over a decade.

09/02/2026, 6:05 AM • The Motley Fool

Vibe Marketing Tech Fest 2026 Focuses on Building Customer Confidence

The Middle East's digital advertising market is experiencing rapid growth at 17.8% year-on-year, reaching $8.185 billion in 2025. Vibe Marketing Tech Fest 2026, now in its 19th edition, will convene senior marketing and technology leaders in Dubai on September 9-10 to discuss AI adoption, customer expectations, and marketing ROI challenges. The event will feature keynotes from industry experts and executives from major regional and global brands, culminating in the Marquee Awards recognizing marketing and technology excellence.

09/02/2026, 2:04 AM • GlobeNewswire

PepsiCo Is Struggling While Coca-Cola Hits All-Time Highs. Here's Whether the Discount Makes PEP Worth Buying.

While Coca-Cola has surged 28% year-to-date with stronger earnings growth and higher margins, PepsiCo has fallen 29% from its highs despite still growing revenue and earnings. PepsiCo's lower valuation (16x forward P/E vs. Coca-Cola's 27x) and higher dividend yield (4.2% vs. 2.35%) may present a buying opportunity for dividend investors, though Coca-Cola's superior execution in a challenging economy has justified its outperformance.

09/01/2026, 6:30 AM • The Motley Fool