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Alphabet announces $84.75B equity capital raise; Berkshire Hathaway invests $10B
Alphabet Inc.
- Total equity raise of $84.75B: $34.75B underwritten offerings (stock + mandatory convertible preferred), $10B Berkshire Hathaway private placement, and $40B ATM program.
- Berkshire Hathaway invests $10B in Alphabet (Class A at $351.81/sh, Class C at $348.20/sh) via private placement.
- Proceeds to fund AI infrastructure: 2026 capex guided at $180–$190B; 2027 capex expected to significantly increase.
- Underwriters’ over-allotment options for stock and depositary shares exercised in full.
- ATM program of up to $40B to start Q3 2026, primarily for managing tax obligations on employee equity vesting.
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