Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-A) P/E Ratio History
Historical price-to-earnings valuation from 1992 to 2026
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BRK-A Valuation Context
How does the current P/E compare to historical and market benchmarks?
P/E Ratio Analysis
As of May 6, 2026, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-A) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 9999.0x, with a stock price of $698200.00 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $33.60.
The current P/E is 61% below its 5-year average of 25796.3x. Over the past five years, BRK-A's P/E has ranged from a low of 8771.9x to a high of 136539.6x, placing the current valuation at the 10th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.3x, BRK-A trades at a 74947% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 779 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 197.4x.
The PEG ratio of 848.19 (P/E divided by -25% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be expensive relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, BRK-A commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.1x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
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Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
BRK-A P/E vs Peers
P/E ratio compared to closely matched public peers
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $22B | 10.4 | 0.42 | -15% | |
| $18M | 4.4Lowest | - | +5% | |
| $608M | 8.2 | 0.10Best | +75% | |
| $42B | 14.5 | - | +62% | |
| $126B | 12.5 | 0.46 | +13% | |
| $65B | 11.0 | 0.52 | +28% | |
| $56B | 5.7 | 0.33 | +125%Best | |
| $116B | 13.7 | 0.83 | +119% | |
| $300B | 35.1 | 2.98 | +36% | |
| $132B | 28.4 | 15.47 | -15% |
Peers sorted by market capitalization. P/E below peers may indicate undervaluation or lower growth expectations. Consider PEG ratio for growth-adjusted comparison.
BRK-A Historical P/E Data (1992–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Date | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | $719155.00 | $33.59 | 21409.8x | +435% | |
| FY2025 Q4 | Wed Dec 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $754800.00 | $31.04 | 24317.0x | +508% |
| FY2025 Q3 | $754200.00 | $31.27 | 24119.0x | +503% | |
| FY2025 Q2 | Mon Jun 30 2025 00:00:00 GM | $728800.00 | $29.17 | 24984.6x | +524% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mon Mar 31 2025 00:00:00 GM | $798441.60 | $37.52 | 21280.4x | +432% |
| FY2024 Q4 | $680920.00 | $41.27 | 16499.2x | +312% | |
| FY2024 Q3 | Mon Sep 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $691180.00 | $49.50 | 13963.2x | +249% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Sun Jun 30 2024 00:00:00 GM | $612241.00 | $31.44 | 19473.3x | +387% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Sun Mar 31 2024 00:00:00 GM | $634440.00 | $33.88 | 18726.1x | +368% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Sun Dec 31 2023 00:00:00 GM | $542625.03 | $44.25 | 12262.7x | +207% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sat Sep 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $531477.00 | $35.16 | 15116.0x | +278% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Fri Jun 30 2023 00:00:00 GM | $517810.00 | $39.77 | 13020.1x | +225% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 4000.8x
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BRK-A stock.
Is BRK-A stock overvalued or undervalued?
BRK-A trades at 9999.0x P/E, below its 5-year average of 25796.3x. At the 10th percentile of historical range, the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
How does BRK-A's valuation compare to peers?
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. P/E of 9999.0x compares to sector median of 13.3x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers.
What is BRK-A's PEG ratio?
BRK-A PEG ratio is 848.19. Above 2.0 indicates premium valuation relative to growth rate. Historical P/E data spans 1992-2026.