Warren Buffett’s investment giant, Berkshire Hathaway, has quietly built a massive position in U.S. Treasury bills, now totaling $300.87 billion. That’s nearly 5% of the entire T-bill market, which was worth $6.15 trillion as of March 2025. In simpler terms, Buffett now owns 1 out of every 20 dollars circulating in America’s short-term government debt system.
This makes Berkshire the single largest non-government holder of Treasury bills — even surpassing the U.S. Federal Reserve, which holds just over $195 billion worth of the same securities.
Why is Buffett Doing This?
The move reflects Buffett’s cautious strategy in today’s uncertain economic environment. With stock prices at high levels and global risks rising, Berkshire is clearly choosing safety and liquidity over aggressive investing.
More than 90% of the company’s $334 billion cash pile is now invested in these low-risk government securities.
The breakdown shows:
$14.4 billion in ultra-short T-bills (maturing in less than 3 months) categorized as cash.
$286.47 billion parked in short-term Treasury investments.
What It Means
This shift toward T-bills is a strong signal from Buffett. It suggests he’s waiting for better opportunities in the market — and in the meantime, he wants to keep Berkshire’s capital safe, flexible, and earning interest.
For investors, it’s a reminder that even the most successful investors play defense when needed. Buffett isn’t chasing trends — he’s staying liquid and patient.
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