Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B) 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-B) Earnings Overview
As of June 21, 2026, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $72.54B, reflecting -24.8% year-over-year growth. The company earned $33.63 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 18.0%.
Looking at the long-term picture, BRK-B'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-B has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare BRK-B vs MKL →
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BRK-B 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% | $32.68B | $33.22 | 32.0% | 12.8% |
| 2018 | $4.02B | -91.1% | $32.11B | $1.63 | 1.6% | 13.0% |
| 2017 | $44.94B | +86.7% | $24.07B | $18.22 | 18.7% | 10.0% |
| 2016 | $24.07B | -0.0% | $28.02B | $9.76 | 11.2% | 13.0% |
| 2015 | $24.08B | +21.2% | $28.26B | $9.77 | 12.0% | 14.1% |
| 2014 | $19.87B | +2.0% | $31.55B | $8.06 | 10.2% | 16.2% |
| 2013 | $19.48B | +31.4% | $29.22B | $7.90 | 10.8% | 16.3% |
| 2012 | $14.82B | +44.6% | $23.35B | $5.98 | 9.2% | 14.5% |
| 2011 | $10.25B | -20.9% | $20.99B | $4.14 | 7.0% | 14.3% |
| 2010 | $12.97B | +61.0% | $23.32B | $5.29 | 9.4% | 16.9% |
| 2009 | $8.05B | +61.3% | $13.07B | $3.46 | 7.2% | 11.7% |
| 2008 | $4.99B | -62.2% | $18.17B | $2.15 | 4.3% | 15.6% |
| 2007 | $13.21B | +20.0% | $22.16B | $5.70 | 11.2% | 18.7% |
| 2006 | $11.02B | +29.2% | $17.82B | $4.76 | 11.3% | 18.2% |
| 2005 | $8.53B | +16.7% | $13.89B | $3.69 | 10.3% | 16.8% |
| 2004 | $7.31B | -10.3% | $14.00B | $3.17 | 9.8% | 18.8% |
| 2003 | $8.15B | +90.2% | $12.02B | $3.54 | 12.8% | 18.8% |
| 2002 | $4.29B | +439.1% | $6.36B | $1.86 | 10.1% | 15.1% |
| 2001 | $795M | -76.1% | $1.44B | $0.35 | 2.1% | 3.7% |
| 2000 | $3.33B | +113.7% | $5.59B | $1.46 | 9.5% | 16.0% |
| 1999 | $1.56B | -45.0% | $2.45B | $0.68 | 6.5% | 10.2% |
| 1998 | $2.83B | +48.9% | $4.31B | $1.51 | 20.8% | 31.7% |
| 1997 | $1.90B | -23.6% | $2.83B | $1.03 | 18.2% | 27.1% |
| 1996 | $2.49B | +213.1% | $3.71B | $1.38 | 23.6% | 35.2% |
| 1995 | $795M | +43.7% | $2.85B | $0.45 | 21.7% | 77.6% |
| 1994 | $553M | -19.6% | $725M | $0.31 | 15.1% | 19.8% |
| 1993 | $688M | +68.9% | $1.29B | $0.45 | 26.3% | 49.1% |
| 1992 | $407M | -7.4% | $2.33B | $0.24 | 13.4% | 77.0% |
| 1991 | $440M | +11.6% | $748M | $0.26 | 22.6% | 38.4% |
| 1990 | $394M | - | $870M | $0.23 | 24.9% | 55.0% |
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BRK-B — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BRK-B stock.
What is BRK-B earnings per share (EPS)?
BRK-B trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $33.63, 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-B) 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-B profitable?
Yes, BRK-B 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-B's earnings growth rate?
BRK-B compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -24.8%, 3-Year: N/A, 5-Year: +11.8%, 10-Year: +12.3%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1990 to 2025.
What are BRK-B'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-B growing earnings?
BRK-B 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-B'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-B's earnings last quarter?
BRK-B's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $10.2B with diluted EPS of $0.00. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.