Berkshire Hathaway's core insurance franchise is demonstrating accelerating momentum, with total revenue up 10.0% year-over-year to $101.8B in 2026Q2 and a combined ratio of 82.8% reflecting sustained underwriting discipline. The balance sheet remains robust, ...
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Revenue growth accelerated to 10.0% year-over-year in 2026Q2, reaching $101.8B, while the combined ratio improved to 82.8% from 83.2% in 2025Q2, though the loss ratio crept up to 76.6% from 72.2% in 2024Q4, indicating rising loss costs.
Berkshire Hathaway has a low leverage and substantial cash reserves exceeding $370 billion, allowing for strategic acquisitions and reinvestment.
The company's operations span insurance, utilities, and manufacturing, providing stable revenue across various economic conditions.
Warren Buffett's historical leadership has driven significant long-term growth, establishing Berkshire as a reliable choice for capital appreciation.
Berkshire may experience slower growth compared to smaller firms due to its size and diversification.
Recent market fluctuations could impact stock price, raising concerns for risk-averse investors.
As a conglomerate, Berkshire's performance can be affected by its underperforming subsidiaries.
Trailing total returns as of 10/7/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Aug 8, 2026 | $9030.34+19.6% vs $7553.16 | $101.8B+5.5% vs $96.5B |
Q2 2026 May 2, 2026 | $7878.30+3.5% vs $7611.35 | $93.7B+0.8% vs $92.9B |
Q2 2026 Mar 2, 2026 | $7089.43-14.2% vs $8259.23 | $100.7B+3.8% vs $97.0B |
Q1 2026 Feb 28, 2026 | $7089.43-14.2% vs $8259.23 | $94.2B-2.8% vs $97.0B |
Berkshire Hathaway trades nearly 6% below its 52-week high, while diversification, financial strength and rising estimates support its growth outlook.
Berkshire's operating earnings rose 17% year over year in the first half of 2026, reaching $24.3 billion. Hitting $2 trillion by the end of 2031 works out to a little over 12% a year from today's market value.
Warren Buffett is no longer CEO or chairman, but Berkshire Hathaway is still using his playbook. Berkshire has bolstered its stake in homebuilder Lennar to around 11% this quarter, filings show.
Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-B | BRK-B Price Prediction) moved fast into a homebuilder Wall Street has turned against. Per TipRanks, Berkshire bought $212.4 million of Lennar (NYSE:LEN) stock, over 2.
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Key metrics vs top competitors for Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-A)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $758166.00 | $1.09T | 16.28 | 0% | 18.03% | 9.77% | — | |
| $1738.33 | $21.54B | 10.27 | -0.96% | 13.17% | 12.13% | — | |
| $1.05 | $14.37M | 2.82 | -4.15% | 3.23% | 36.14% | — | |
| $14.65 | $485.89M | 6.75 | 7.47% | 7.68% | 7.28% | — | |
| $75.11 | $39.82B | 13.83 | -1.82% | 11.11% | 7.26% | — | |
| $334.21 | $129.63B | 12.99 | 6.47% | 18.06% | 14.09% | — |
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-A) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-A) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
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Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-A) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-A) grew revenue by 0.0% over the past year. Growth has been modest.
Yes, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-A) is profitable, generating $85.77B in net income for fiscal year 2025 (18.0% net margin).
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-A) has a return on equity (ROE) of 9.8%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-A) has a combined ratio of 84.1%. A ratio below 100% indicates underwriting profitability.
