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Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$520.56 +2.96 (+0.57%)
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Berkshire Hathaway - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
2
Buy
1

Based on 3 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Berkshire Hathaway in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Hold." Out of the 3 analysts, 2 have given a hold rating, and 1 has given a buy rating for BRK.B.

Consensus Price Target

$542.50
4.21% Upside
According to the 3 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Berkshire Hathaway, the average price target is $542.50. The highest price target for BRK.B is $604.00, while the lowest price target for BRK.B is $481.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 4.21% from the current price of $520.56.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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BRK.B Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
10/13/25 to 10/13/26
1 Month Ago
9/13/25 to 9/13/26
3 Months Ago
7/15/25 to 7/15/26
1 Year Ago
10/13/24 to 10/13/25
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
1 Buy rating(s)
1 Buy rating(s)
1 Buy rating(s)
1 Buy rating(s)
Hold
2 Hold rating(s)
2 Hold rating(s)
2 Hold rating(s)
1 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$542.50$542.50$524.50$527.00
Forecasted Upside4.21% Upside6.28% Upside7.30% Upside7.12% Upside
Consensus RatingHoldHoldHoldModerate Buy

BRK.B Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.
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BRK.B Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.
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Berkshire Hathaway Stock vs. The Competition

TypeBerkshire HathawayFinance CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
2.33
2.28
2.53
Consensus RatingHoldHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside4.14% Upside38.55% Upside19.00% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
Neutral News

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Report Date
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DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
8/10/2026
UBS Group AG logo
UBS Group
4 of 5 stars
Brian Meredith
Brian Meredith
2 of 5 stars
Boost TargetBuy$585.00 ➝ $604.00+14.46%
5/15/2026
Zacks Research logo
Zacks Research
4 of 5 stars
 UpgradeStrong Sell ➝ Hold
11/11/2025
TD Cowen logo
TD Cowen
3 of 5 stars
 Boost TargetHold$479.00 ➝ $481.00-3.25%
3/26/2025Set Target$575.00+7.91%

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Should I Buy Berkshire Hathaway Stock? BRK.B Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Monday, October 12, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these Berkshire Hathaway pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Berkshire Hathaway
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Berkshire Hathaway:

  • The company is currently trading at $517.41, a price that reflects a significant valuation discount with a Price-to-Earnings ratio of just 13.01, which is notably lower than many of its peers in the financial services sector. This low multiple suggests that the market may be undervaluing the company's intrinsic worth, particularly given its massive scale and diversified revenue streams, offering a potentially attractive entry point for value-oriented investors.
  • Berkshire Hathaway has demonstrated strong operational resilience by raising total earnings by 11% in the first half of 2026 across its insurance underwriting, railroad, energy, and manufacturing units. This growth indicates that the core business operations are performing well and generating consistent profits, providing a solid foundation for shareholder value even in a challenging economic environment.
  • The company possesses a substantial competitive advantage through its $177.5 billion in insurance float, which provides low-cost capital for investments and acquisitions. This float allows Berkshire to fund its operations and growth initiatives without relying heavily on external debt, reducing financial risk and providing a steady stream of cash flow that can be deployed into high-return opportunities.
  • Under new CEO Greg Abel, the company has made strategic portfolio moves that signal confidence in specific high-growth sectors, such as significantly increasing its position in Alphabet, a leading AI hyperscaler. This move suggests that management is actively seeking to capitalize on emerging technology trends and digital infrastructure growth, potentially positioning the company to benefit from the long-term expansion of the AI market.
  • Berkshire Hathaway is sitting on a record cash pile, which provides a significant buffer against market volatility and positions the company to take advantage of potential market downturns or acquisition opportunities. This liquidity is a key strength for a company of this size, as it allows for flexible capital allocation and strategic investments without the need for costly external financing.

Berkshire Hathaway
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Berkshire Hathaway for these reasons:

  • The transition of leadership from Warren Buffett to Greg Abel has raised concerns among some investors, with some analysts questioning whether the new CEO is up to the task of managing a $1 trillion empire. This uncertainty has contributed to a perception that the company's stock price problem is getting worse, as investors may be discounting the stock due to doubts about the continuity of the company's investment strategy and operational excellence.
  • Berkshire Hathaway has made significant portfolio changes, including selling out of major positions in Visa and Mastercard, which are key players in the payments industry. This move may indicate a lack of confidence in the long-term growth prospects of these companies, particularly in the face of emerging technologies like agentic AI commerce that could disrupt traditional payment platforms.
  • The company has exited its position in UnitedHealth Group, the world's largest health insurance company, just three quarters after investing in it. This quick sale suggests that management may have disagreed with the initial investment thesis or that the company's performance did not meet expectations, raising questions about the accuracy of Berkshire's investment decisions in the healthcare sector.
  • Berkshire Hathaway has made large cuts to its positions in major companies like Capital One Financial, Nucor, and Kroger, with holdings falling by 58%, 52%, and 22% respectively. These significant reductions may indicate that management sees limited growth potential or increased risk in these sectors, which could be a negative signal for investors who hold these stocks as part of their own portfolios.
  • The company's stock has advanced for seven consecutive sessions, which may suggest that the stock is overbought and due for a correction. This short-term momentum could lead to a pullback in the stock price, particularly if broader market conditions deteriorate or if investors take profits after a strong run.

BRK.B Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 3 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Berkshire Hathaway is $542.50, with a high forecast of $604.00 and a low forecast of $481.00.

3 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Berkshire Hathaway in the last twelve months. There are currently 2 hold ratings and 1 buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "hold" BRK.B shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in BRK.B, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.

According to analysts, Berkshire Hathaway's stock has a predicted upside of 4.21% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Berkshire Hathaway has been rated by research analysts at UBS Group in the past 90 days.

Analysts like Berkshire Hathaway more than other "finance" companies. The consensus rating score for Berkshire Hathaway is 2.33 while the average consensus rating score for "finance" companies is 2.28. Learn more on how BRK.B compares to other companies.

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MarketBeat monitors more than a dozen sources for Berkshire Hathaway analyst ratings, with the most recent rating issued on 8/10/2026.
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