Warren Buffett steps down after 60 years at Berkshire Hathaway, leaving a lasting influence on the company’s stock holdings. Investors should expect his impact to continue, with potential stock surges in 2026. Two stocks to watch for market-beating returns are Alphabet and Amazon, both benefiting from AI investments and poised for growth.

Alphabet’s stock struggled but improved with significant AI investments, reporting nearly $74 billion in free cash flow in Q3. Berkshire added over 17.8 million shares in 2025, making it nearly 2% of the portfolio. With a P/E ratio matching the S&P 500 average, Alphabet is positioned for future growth and innovation.

Amazon’s AI investments have paid off, with $15 billion in free cash flow despite $120 billion in capex. The stock has plateaued recently but remains a leader in e-commerce and cloud services. Berkshire acquired Amazon shares in 2019 and may present a buying opportunity with its lower P/E ratio.

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