Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (OTCMKTS:BRK.A) is a multinational conglomerate holding company headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. Led by Chairman and CEO Warren Buffett, with Vice Chairman Charlie Munger until his passing in 2023, the company maintains a decentralized management structure that empowers the leaders of its various subsidiaries. Since its transformation from a textile manufacturer into an investment vehicle in the mid-1960s, Berkshire Hathaway has built a reputation for strategic acquisitions and disciplined capital allocation.

The company’s core operations span a wide range of industries. Its insurance businesses, which include GEICO, General Re, and Berkshire Hathaway Reinsurance Group, generate significant float to fund further investments. In the energy and utility sector, Berkshire Hathaway Energy owns and operates regulated electric and natural gas utilities across the United States and the United Kingdom, as well as wind and solar generation facilities. Transportation activities are anchored by BNSF Railway, one of North America’s largest freight rail networks.

Beyond insurance, utilities and transportation, Berkshire Hathaway’s portfolio encompasses manufacturing, retail, and services. Notable manufacturing subsidiaries include Precision Castparts, which supplies aerospace and industrial components, and Marmon Holdings, a diversified industrial organization. In retail, the company owns chains such as Dairy Queen and The Pampered Chef, while its wholly owned businesses range from Cole’s Manufacturing to Lubrizol, a specialty chemicals producer.

Originally founded in the 19th century as the Hathaway Manufacturing Company, the modern Berkshire Hathaway emerged under Buffett’s leadership when he acquired a controlling stake in 1965. The company’s investments extend globally through publicly traded equity positions and wholly owned international operations. Berkshire Hathaway’s disciplined approach to long-term value creation and its emphasis on strong, autonomous management teams have made it a reference point for investors worldwide.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $740,000.00 to $745,800.00
• 50-Day Range: $692,600.00 to $759,797.50
• 52-Week Range: $657,497.50 to $812,855.00
• Volume: 279 shs
• Average Volume: 855 shs
• Market Capitalization: $1.06 trillion
• P/E Ratio: 16.91
• Dividend Yield: N/A
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: N/A

BRK.A Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have BRK.A shares performed this year?

Berkshire Hathaway's stock was trading at $768,000.00 on January 1st, 2025. Since then, BRK.A shares have decreased by 3.6% and is now trading at $740,317.31.

How do I buy shares of Berkshire Hathaway?

Shares of BRK.A stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
• Sector: Financial Services
• Industry: Insurance - Diversified
• Sub-Industry: Insurance
• Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:BRK.A
• Previous Symbol: OTCMKTS:BRK.A
• CIK: 1067983
• Web: www.berkshirehathaway.com
• Phone: 402-346-1400
• Fax: N/A
• Employees: 372,000
• Year Founded: N/A

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): N/A
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 16.91
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: N/A
• Net Margins: N/A
• Pretax Margin: N/A
• Return on Equity: N/A
• Return on Assets: N/A

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: N/A
• Current Ratio: N/A
• Quick Ratio: N/A

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $397.15 billion
• Price / Sales: 2.68
• Cash Flow: N/A
• Price / Cash Flow: N/A
• Book Value: N/A
• Price / Book: N/A

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 1,438,000
• Free Float: N/A
• Market Cap: $1.06 trillion
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: 0.80