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Berkshire Hathaway invests further $330 million in Bending Spoons; shares surge 35%

Conglomerate's stake in Italy-based app maker reaches 4%

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Shares of Bending Spoons jumped 35% after a securities filing revealed Berkshire Hathaway has made a fresh $330 million investment in the Italy-based technology company, adding to the $600 million it invested when the company listed on the Nasdaq in July.

Under the deal, Bending Spoons will issue 10 million ordinary shares to Berkshire at $33 a share, bringing the conglomerate's stake to 4%, according to the filing. The investment is the latest decision under CEO Greg Abel, who took over from founder and legendary investor Warren Buffett at the start of the year.

Francesco Patarnello, Bending Spoons' co-founder and head of business acquisitions, said in a statement: "Bending Spoons continuously evaluates M&A opportunities, and our pipeline remains strong. We believe Berkshire Hathaway's investment reflects confidence in our team and Platform and will further enhance our financial flexibility and ability to pursue attractive acquisitions as part of our broader financing strategy."

Bending Spoons, described in the filing coverage as a serial acquirer, went public on the Nasdaq on July 1, 2026. Its latest infusion follows Berkshire's $600 million investment from the time of the listing.

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Analysis

Why This Matters

  • Berkshire Hathaway's backing adds significant financial firepower to Bending Spoons' acquisition-driven growth strategy.
  • The stake increase signals continued confidence from one of the world's most closely watched investors in the app consolidator.
  • The 35% share price surge shows how closely the market tracks Berkshire's investment decisions.

Background

Bending Spoons is an Italy-based technology company that has grown by acquiring and turning around mobile applications. It listed on the Nasdaq in July this year, at which point Berkshire Hathaway invested $600 million. Berkshire is now adding a further $330 million at $33 per share. The investment comes in the first year of Greg Abel's tenure as chief executive, following Warren Buffett's retirement from the role at the start of the year.

Key Perspectives

Bending Spoons: The company frames the investment as validation of its team and platform, and expects it to increase financial flexibility for future acquisitions. It says its M&A pipeline remains strong. Berkshire Hathaway: The filing indicates Berkshire is willing to increase its position in a technology-focused company, following its July commitment at the time of the listing. Market observers: The sharp share price reaction suggests investors view Berkshire's involvement as a credible endorsement of Bending Spoons' acquisition-led model and future prospects.

What to Watch

  • Whether Bending Spoons announces further acquisitions, which it says its pipeline supports.
  • Any additional Berkshire filings that show further changes to its stake.
  • The performance of Bending Spoons shares in the coming weeks to see if the 35% gain holds.

Sources

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