Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B)

US — Financial Services Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol BRK-B
  • Rev/Share 172.1054
  • Book/Share 304.4228
  • PB 1.5618
  • Debt/Equity 0.1924
  • CurrentRatio 6.3541
  • ROIC 0.077

 

  • MktCap 1023329669489.0
  • FreeCF/Share 5.5925
  • PFCF 84.818
  • PE 12.6353
  • Debt/Assets 0.1081
  • DivYield 0
  • ROE 0.1277

 

  • Rating A-
  • Score 4
  • Recommendation Buy
  • P/E Score 3
  • DCF Score 4
  • P/B Score 2
  • D/E Score 3

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News

Will Berkshire Hathaway Start Paying a Dividend After Warren Buffett Retires? This Billionaire Thinks It Will.
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Published: May 07, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Neutral

Warren Buffett shocked Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A 0.06%) (BRK.B 0.18%) investors at the company's recent annual meeting by announcing his intent to retire from the CEO role at the end of 2025. At this point, Buffett's named successor, Greg Abel, will take over the top spot, although Buffett himself will stay on as chairman of the board.

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Berkshire's Equity Portfolio Is Critical to Company; Who Will Run it After Buffett?
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Published: May 07, 2025 by: Barrons
Sentiment: Neutral

Ted Weschler and Todd Combs. have run about 10% of Berkshire's $300 billion equity portfolio with CEO Warren Buffett handling the other 90%.

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Small investors rushed into Berkshire shares during dip even after their hero Buffett sets exit
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Published: May 06, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Positive

Everyday traders bought more than $24 million of Class B shares on Monday.

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How investors should think about Berkshire's stock price without Buffett
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Published: May 06, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Neutral

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. won't be the same without Warren Buffett running things, and now investors must think about what kind of company it will become under Greg Abel.

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Berkshire Hathaway: Buffett Didn't Invest Much On The Way Out
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Published: May 06, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative

Berkshire Hathaway Inc.'s Q1 2025 results show declining revenues and a significant cash pile, with Warren Buffett stepping down as CEO in 2026. The investment firm has not made substantial investments recently, with equity investments decreasing and a large cash balance focus on generating interest income. Despite operating earnings of $9.6 billion, growth in operating profits is stagnant, and the stock trades at ~25x EPS targets.

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3 Stable Stocks to Buy When the Price is Right
BRK-A, BRK-B, JNJ, MSFT
Published: May 06, 2025 by: Morningstar
Sentiment: Positive

There's no such thing as a safe stock, but these low-volatility names stand up relatively well in shaky markets.

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Berkshire Hathaway: Opportunities Arise In Turbulent Times
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Published: May 06, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Warren Buffett will step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, with Greg Abel taking over, ensuring continuity in the company's strategic direction. Berkshire Hathaway's strong cash position and diversified portfolio make it a safe haven in turbulent markets, driving its stock up 19% this year. The company's investments in renewable energy and opportunistic acquisitions during economic downturns provide robust growth catalysts and long-term stability.

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Who is Greg Abel, Berkshire Hathaway's new CEO who will succeed Warren Buffett?
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Published: May 06, 2025 by: Fast Company
Sentiment: Neutral

Warren Buffett's announcement Saturday that he would be retiring as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway came as a surprise to lots of people, including the person who was elected to succeed him the next day. Greg Abel has been Buffett's right-hand man for many years and the public heir apparent for the past five, but Buffett, in making his announcement, said he hadn't told Abel the moment was coming.

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After Warren Buffett's New $348 Billion Warning to Wall Street, Is He Worried About the Recent Stock Market Turmoil? The Answer May Surprise You.
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Published: May 06, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Neutral

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (^DJI -0.24%), S&P 500 index (^GSPC -0.64%), and Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC -0.74%) all soared last year -- but Warren Buffett didn't jump on the bandwagon and aggressively buy stocks. Instead, the billionaire investor was a net seller and built up a record stockpile of cash at Berkshire Hathaway.

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Warren Buffett Just Sent Wall Street a $174 Billion Warning. Here's What Investors Absolutely Must Know.
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Published: May 06, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Negative

Warren Buffett has led Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A -5.20%) (BRK.B -4.99%) for six decades, during which he turned what began as a small textile mill into a trillion-dollar conglomerate. Berkshire stock has returned 20% annually since Buffett took control in 1965, due in large part to savvy acquisitions and prudent investments.

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Dairy Queen CEO on the floor at the 2025 Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral

Dairy Queen CEO on the floor at the 2025 Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting.

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Forest River CEO on the floor with Warren Buffett and Greg Abel at Berkshire's annual meeting
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral

Forest River CEO Doug Gaeddert speaks with Warren Buffett, Greg Abel and Becky Quick at the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting about how tariffs and inflation are affecting the company's prices.

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Kevin Clayton on the floor with Warren Buffett and Greg Abel at Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral

Becky Quick speaks with Clayton Homes CEO Kevin Clayton from the floor of Berkshire Hathway's annual meeting.

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Lubrizol CEO discusses new product innovations at Berkshire annual meeting
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

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Glenview's Bill Stone: If Greg Abel comes close to Buffett's performance shareholders will be happy
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral

Bill Stone, Glenview Trust Company, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss what stuck out to Stone the most from Berkshire Hathaway's annual meeting, how Abel will do at capital allocation, and much more.

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Warren Buffett is retiring: Here's a look at his best and worst Wall Street investments
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: Fast Company
Sentiment: Negative

Billionaire investor Warren Buffett said Saturday that he wants to step down as chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway at the end of the year. The revelation came as a surprise because the 94-year-old had previously said he did not plan to retire.Buffett, one of the world's richest people and most accomplished investors, took control of Berkshire Hathaway in 1965 when it was a textiles manufacturer.

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Top Stock Movers Now: Berkshire Hathaway, Netflix, Newmont, and More
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Negative

Major U.S. equities indexes were mostly lower at midday Monday amid concerns about tariffs and anticipation of this week's Federal Reserve decision on interest rates. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell, while the Dow gained.

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Why Berkshire Hathaway Stock Is Sinking Today
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Negative

Shares of Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A -3.90%) (BRK.B -4.17%) are falling on Monday. The company's stock lost 4.3% as of 11:45 a.m.

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Warren Buffett Announces Stepping Down in 2026
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Warren Buffett Announces Stepping Down in 2026.

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Berkshire Hathaway Stock Plunges After Warren Buffett Steps Down. Is This a Golden Opportunity to Buy?
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Negative

There may never have been a smoother transition from an iconic CEO to a successor. Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A -3.90%) (BRK.B -3.95%) let markets know several years ago that Greg Abel would be Buffett's eventual replacement.

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Berkshire Hathaway: The Golden Standard For Succession
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Warren Buffett is retiring, with Greg Abel poised to lead Berkshire Hathaway, ensuring a smooth succession and continued strong earnings. Berkshire Hathaway's operating earnings annualize to nearly $40 billion, with a P/E ratio in the low double-digits after accounting for cash and equity holdings. The company shows strength across segments, notably in BNSF and Berkshire Hathaway Energy, which is a major investment focus with over $10 billion in annual capex.

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Berkshire Hathaway shares fall 5% as board OKs Warren Buffett's replacement
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: New York Post
Sentiment: Negative

The conglomerate said the legendary "Oracle of Omaha" will remain as Berkshire's chairman.

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Berkshire Hathaway drops after Buffett names Greg Abel as incoming CEO
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Negative

Shares of Berkshire Hathaway Inc (NYSE:BRK.A) fell 4.6% on Monday morning after the company announced that Greg Abel will take over as CEO at the start of next year, succeeding Warren Buffett after more than six decades at the helm. The leadership transition was approved unanimously by Berkshire's board following Buffett's weekend announcement to shareholders.

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Berkshire's Board Votes for Warren Buffett To Remain Chair, Make Greg Abel CEO at Year-End
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Neutral

Berkshire Hathaway's (BRK.B, BRK.A) board said Monday it unanimously approved Warren Buffett's successor Greg Abel to take over as CEO at the end of the year.

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Buffett successor Greg Abel will have around $350 billion to use in making his mark on Berkshire Hathaway 2.0
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Positive

Warren Buffett expects Greg Abel to do big things when he takes over as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway.

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Berkshire Stock Slides on Buffet Exit, Earnings Miss
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Negative

Class B shares of Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Inc (NYSE:BRK.B) are down 6.3% at $505.66 at last glance, pulling back from Friday's record high, after the conglomerate reported a 14% drop in first-quarter operating earnings.

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Pershing Square CEO Bill Ackman: I wouldn't bet against Berkshire post-Buffett
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Published: May 05, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral

Pershing Square CEO Bill Ackman joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss the company increasing its stake in Howard Hughes Holdings, his thoughts on the legacy of Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett, the future of Berkshire Hathaway, latest market trends, President Trump's tariff policies, U.S.-China trade negotiations, Trump's battle with Harvard, and more.

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Bill Smead: Buffett is playing defense right now and people are wondering why he's hoarding cash
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Published: May 02, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral

Bill Smead, Smead Capital Management, joins 'The Exchange' to discuss the mood in Omaha ahead of Berkshire Hathaway's annual investor meeting, the market opportunities, and much more.

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Can anyone replace Buffett? Shareholders ponder Berkshire's equity portfolio once the Oracle of Omaha steps aside.
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Published: May 02, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Neutral

Some investors want clarity on how Berkshire Hathaway's public-equity portfolio will be managed once Warren Buffett hands over the reins.

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Top Stock Movers Now: Dexcom, Berkshire Hathaway, Nvidia, and More
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Published: May 02, 2025 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Positive

U.S. equities took off at midday after the Labor Department reported job creation in April that was higher than expected. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all rose more than 1%.

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About Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B)

  • IPO Date 1996-05-09
  • Website https://www.berkshirehathaway.com
  • Industry Insurance - Diversified
  • CEO Warren E. Buffett
  • Employees 392400

Berkshire Hathaway Inc., through its subsidiaries, engages in the insurance, freight rail transportation, and utility businesses worldwide. The company provides property, casualty, life, accident, and health insurance and reinsurance; and operates railroad systems in North America. It also generates, transmits, stores, and distributes electricity from natural gas, coal, wind, solar, hydroelectric, nuclear, and geothermal sources; operates natural gas distribution and storage facilities, interstate pipelines, liquefied natural gas facilities, and compressor and meter stations; and holds interest in coal mining assets. In addition, the company manufactures boxed chocolates and other confectionery products; specialty chemicals, metal cutting tools, and components for aerospace and power generation applications; flooring products; insulation, roofing, and engineered products; building and engineered components; paints and coatings; and bricks and masonry products, as well as offers manufactured and site-built home construction, and related lending and financial services. Further, it provides recreational vehicles, apparel and footwear products, jewelry, and custom picture framing products, as well as alkaline batteries; castings, forgings, fasteners/fastener systems, aerostructures, and precision components; and cobalt, nickel, and titanium alloys. Additionally, the company distributes televisions and information; franchises and services quick service restaurants; distributes electronic components; and offers logistics services, grocery and foodservice distribution services, and professional aviation training and shared aircraft ownership programs. It also retails automobiles; furniture, bedding, and accessories; household appliances, electronics, and computers; jewelry, watches, crystal, china, stemware, flatware, gifts, and collectibles; kitchenware; and motorcycle clothing and equipment. The company was incorporated in 1998 and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.