6 Most Expensive Stocks in the World in 2024

Have you ever wondered how much the world’s most expensive share costs? It is always a topic of interest among stock market investors. To your surprise, Mr. Warren Buffett’s “Berkshire Hathaway” has held the title of the most expensive stock in the world for many years now. The company has maintained a strict strategy of not splitting the stock, which has contributed to its high share price.

Please note that share prices fluctuate, and a certain stock might hold the title of the highest price for a limited time. It does not stay at the top position forever. In this article, let’s have a look at the 7 most expensive stocks in the world along with their market price as of October 4, 2024.

Market price (as of October 4, 2024): USD $678,640 or Rs. 5,69,78,614

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. holds the title of the most expensive stock in the world. It’s a multinational conglomerate led by Warren Buffett. The company holds a portfolio comprising some well-known companies like:

• GEICO
• Dairy Queen
• Fruit of the Loom
• Apple
• American Express
• Coca-Cola

The diversified investments of Berkshire in multiple industries and strong financial performance have significantly contributed to its extremely high share price.

Market price (as of October 4, 2024): US $105,200 or Rs. 88,32,592

Lindt & Sprungli AG (commonly known as Lindt) is a Swiss company famous for its high-quality chocolates, mainly bars and truffles. It was founded in 1845 and started as a small confectionery shop in Zurich by David Sprungli-Schwarz and his son.

Over the years, Lindt has become a renowned global brand in the premium chocolate market. Often, it is celebrated for its craftsmanship and innovative sweets. The company is profitable and has a long history and reputation. This contributes to the company’s high stock price.

Market price (as of October 4, 2024): GBP 9,910 or Rs. 10,95,382

Next Plc is a British multinational company. It is known for selling footwear, clothing, and retail products. It operates over 700 stores globally at 180+ international locations. The company has more than 550 branches in the UK and Ireland.

Additionally, Next Plc also has a strong online and catalogue presence through "Next Directory", which has millions of active customers. The high share price of the company is a result of its:

• Widespread reach
• Multiple sales channels
• Well-established brand in fashion retail

• Berkshire Hathaway is the most expensive stock in the world, with a market price of USD 678,640 as of October 4, 2024.
• Some other companies like Lindt & Sprungli, Next Plc., and NVR Inc. also have the highest stock prices due to their strong brand reputation and profitability.

Market price (as of October 4, 2024): US $9,636.06 or Rs. 8,09,038

NVR Inc. was originally founded as Ryan Homes in 1940. Later, it changed its name to NVR in 1980. The company specialises in home building and mortgage services. It constructs and sells homes under various brand names, including “Heartland Homes” and “Ryan Homes”. As of now, the company has built homes for more than 5,55,000 homeowners.

The organisation serves 36 metropolitan areas in 16 different US states, such as Ohio, Maryland, New York, North Carolina, and more. It is one of America’s leading homebuilders and focuses on providing high-quality residential properties.  

Market price (as of October 4, 2024): US $4,104.12 or Rs. 3,44,581

Booking Holdings Inc. (formerly known as the Priceline Group) is a prominent online travel services company. It trades under the NASDAQ ticker BKNG and operates several well-known brands, including Booking.com.

As of 2024, Booking.com achieved more than 500 million website visits. Currently, about 60% of reservations done through mobile apps in the US are made through Booking.com. Also, the platform boasts over 28 million listings for accommodations. Its dominance can also be realised from the fact that Booking.com received 500% more visits compared to its closest competitor, Airbnb.

Market price (as of October 4, 2024): US $3,066.32 or Rs. 2,57,448

Seaboard Corporation is a major player in the Fortune 500. It primarily focuses on pork production and processing, along with ocean transport. On a global scale, it is involved in various sectors, such as:

• Commodity trading
• Grain processing
• Sugar production
• Electricity generation

Seaboard operates a fleet of 30 container vessels and employs around 11,800 people. The organisation has its headquarters in Merriam, Kansas.