Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-A) Earnings History
Growth Compounder36 years of earnings data (1990–2025) · Consistent double-digit EPS growth over 5 years
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Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-A) Earnings Overview
As of June 21, 2026, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-A) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $72.47B, reflecting -24.8% year-over-year growth. The company earned $33.60 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 18.0%.
Looking at the long-term picture, BRK-A's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +11.8%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $96.22B in fiscal 2023.
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 23.6%, operating margin of 15.9%, and net margin of 18.0%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including MKL ($1.77B net income, 12.7% margin), LRE ($1.12B net income, 4.5% margin), GLRE ($81M net income, 10.7% margin), BRK-A has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare BRK-A vs MKL →
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BRK-A Historical Earnings Data (1990–2025)
36 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $66.97B | -24.8% | $58.88B | $31.04 | 18.0% | 15.9% |
| 2024 | $89.00B | -7.5% | $59.44B | $41.27 | 24.0% | 16.0% |
| 2023 | $96.22B | +522.8% | $48.12B | $44.27 | 26.4% | 13.2% |
| 2022 | -$22.76B | -125.3% | $41.59B | $-10.36 | -7.5% | 13.8% |
| 2021 | $89.94B | +111.5% | $35.02B | $39.64 | 32.6% | 12.7% |
| 2020 | $42.52B | -47.8% | $29.98B | $17.78 | 17.3% | 12.2% |
| 2019 | $81.42B | +1924.8% | $101.52B | $49830.00 | 31.7% | 39.5% |
| 2018 | $4.02B | -91.1% | $6.17B | $2445.00 | 1.6% | 2.5% |
| 2017 | $44.94B | +86.7% | $20.82B | $27330.00 | 18.4% | 8.5% |
| 2016 | $24.07B | -0.0% | $32.56B | $14640.00 | 10.8% | 14.5% |
| 2015 | $24.08B | +21.2% | $35.07B | $14655.00 | 11.5% | 16.7% |
| 2014 | $19.87B | +2.0% | $28.13B | $12090.00 | 10.2% | 14.5% |
| 2013 | $19.48B | +31.4% | $28.80B | $11850.00 | 10.8% | 16.0% |
| 2012 | $14.82B | +44.6% | $22.24B | $8970.00 | 9.2% | 13.9% |
| 2011 | $10.25B | -20.9% | $15.31B | $6210.00 | 7.2% | 10.7% |
| 2010 | $12.97B | +61.0% | $19.05B | $7935.00 | 9.4% | 13.8% |
| 2009 | $8.05B | +61.3% | $11.55B | $5190.00 | 7.2% | 10.3% |
| 2008 | $4.99B | -62.2% | $7.57B | $3225.00 | 4.3% | 6.5% |
| 2007 | $13.21B | +20.0% | $20.16B | $8550.00 | 11.2% | 17.0% |
| 2006 | $11.02B | +29.2% | $16.78B | $7140.00 | 11.3% | 17.2% |
| 2005 | $8.53B | +16.7% | $12.27B | $5535.00 | 10.3% | 14.9% |
| 2004 | $7.31B | -10.3% | $10.70B | $4755.00 | 10.0% | 14.7% |
| 2003 | $8.15B | +90.2% | $11.59B | $5310.00 | 12.8% | 18.3% |
| 2002 | $4.29B | +439.1% | $6.00B | $2790.00 | 10.2% | 14.3% |
| 2001 | $795M | -76.1% | $1.44B | $0.01 | 2.1% | 3.7% |
| 2000 | $3.33B | +113.7% | $5.52B | $2190.00 | 9.7% | 16.0% |
| 1999 | $1.56B | -45.0% | $2.45B | $1020.00 | 6.5% | 10.2% |
| 1998 | $2.83B | +48.9% | $4.31B | $2265.00 | 20.8% | 31.7% |
| 1997 | $1.90B | -23.6% | $2.83B | $1545.00 | 18.2% | 27.1% |
| 1996 | $2.49B | +213.1% | $3.71B | $2070.00 | 23.6% | 35.2% |
| 1995 | $795M | +43.7% | $2.85B | $675.00 | 21.7% | 77.6% |
| 1994 | $553M | -19.6% | $725M | $465.00 | 15.1% | 19.8% |
| 1993 | $688M | +68.9% | $1.29B | $675.00 | 26.3% | 49.1% |
| 1992 | $407M | -7.4% | $2.33B | $360.00 | 13.4% | 77.0% |
| 1991 | $440M | +11.6% | $748M | $390.00 | 22.6% | 38.4% |
| 1990 | $394M | - | $870M | $345.00 | 24.9% | 55.0% |
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BRK-A — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BRK-A stock.
What is BRK-A earnings per share (EPS)?
BRK-A trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $33.60, reflecting -24.8% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +11.8%. Complete EPS history from 1990 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Berkshire Hathaway Inc.'s net income?
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-A) trailing twelve-month net income is $72.5B as of 2025. Earnings declined -24.8% year-over-year. Berkshire Hathaway Inc. has been profitable for 3 consecutive years.
Is BRK-A profitable?
Yes, BRK-A is profitable with a TTM net income of $72.5B and a net profit margin of +18.0%. Berkshire Hathaway Inc. has generated profits for 3 consecutive years.
What is BRK-A's earnings growth rate?
BRK-A compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -24.8%, 3-Year: N/A, 5-Year: +11.8%, 10-Year: -46.0%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1990 to 2025.
What are BRK-A's profit margins?
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. net profit margin is +18.0%, operating margin is +15.9%, and gross margin is +23.6%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +9.8%.
Is BRK-A growing earnings?
BRK-A earnings are declining — EPS fell -24.8% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $72.5B. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of +11.8%.
What was BRK-A's best earnings year?
Berkshire Hathaway Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $96.2B, achieved in fiscal year 2023. Earnings history on this page spans 1990 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were BRK-A's earnings last quarter?
BRK-A's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $10.1B with diluted EPS of $4.68. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.