Berkshire Hathaway increases stake in Bending Spoons with $330M investment

Berkshire Hathaway has increased its investment in the Italian technology holding company Bending Spoons, committing an additional $330 million through a private placement. This follows a $600 million investment during Bending Spoons’ initial public offering in July 2026, bringing Berkshire’s total stake to approximately 4% and its total investment to $930 million.

Bending Spoons operates a roll-up model, acquiring and restructuring mature software and digital brands such as AOL, Evernote, Vimeo, and Eventbrite. The company recently expanded its portfolio by acquiring workflow provider Airtable for approximately $1.3 billion. Following the announcement of Berkshire’s increased position, Bending Spoons’ stock rose by over 41%.

Under the leadership of CEO Greg Abel, Berkshire Hathaway has demonstrated a diversifying investment strategy, moving beyond its traditional sectors into large-scale technology and real estate holdings.