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Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)

Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

12/02/2025: BRK-A (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Upturn 1 star rating for performance

Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

1 star rating from financial analysts

4 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $768439.5

1 Year Target Price $768439.5

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$768439.5 Target price
52w Low $660640
Current$760100.05
52w High $812855

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 21.44%
Avg. Invested days 59
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.10T USD
Price to earnings Ratio 16.23
1Y Target Price 768439.5
Price to earnings Ratio 16.23
1Y Target Price 768439.5
Volume (30-day avg) 4
Beta 0.71
52 Weeks Range 660640.00 - 812855.00
Updated Date 12/2/2025
52 Weeks Range 660640.00 - 812855.00
Updated Date 12/2/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 46887.49

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-11-03
When -
Estimate 8684.32
Actual 9376.153

Profitability

Profit Margin 18.13%
Operating Margin (TTM) 41.1%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.78%
Return on Equity (TTM) 10.17%

Valuation

Trailing PE 16.23
Forward PE 22.83
Enterprise Value 1147179283825
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.94
Enterprise Value 1147179283825
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.94
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.86
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 523010
Shares Floating 1235323
Shares Outstanding 523010
Shares Floating 1235323
Percent Insiders 38.01
Percent Institutions 27.85

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Berkshire Hathaway Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. was originally a textile manufacturing company founded in 1839. Warren Buffett took control in 1965 and transformed it into a holding company with diverse investments.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Insurance: Underwrites property, casualty, life, and reinsurance risks through various subsidiaries, including GEICO and General Re.
  • Railroad: Operates Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF), one of North America's largest freight railroads.
  • Utilities and Energy: Generates, transmits, and distributes electricity and natural gas through Berkshire Hathaway Energy.
  • Manufacturing: Produces a variety of products, including industrial components, building products, and consumer goods.
  • Service and Retailing: Offers services and retail products, including auto dealerships, restaurants, and furniture.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Warren Buffett is the Chairman and CEO. The company operates with a decentralized management structure, giving considerable autonomy to its subsidiary CEOs.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • GEICO Auto Insurance: Provides auto insurance services. GEICO holds a significant market share in the US auto insurance industry, estimated to be around 13%. Competitors include State Farm, Progressive, and Allstate.
  • BNSF Railroad: Transports freight across North America. BNSF is one of the largest freight railroads in North America, competing with Union Pacific and Canadian National. Revenue is in the billions.
  • Berkshire Hathaway Energy: Generates and distributes energy. It competes with other utility companies. Revenue is in the billions.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The industries in which Berkshire Hathaway operates are diverse, including insurance, transportation, energy, manufacturing, and retail. These sectors are generally stable but are subject to economic cycles, regulatory changes and competition.

Positioning

Berkshire Hathaway is a conglomerate with a strong reputation for financial discipline, long-term investing, and value investing. Its competitive advantages include a large capital base, a strong brand, and a decentralized management structure.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM across Berkshire's segments is multi-trillion dollars, encompassing insurance, rail transport, energy, manufacturing and retail. Berkshire's approach focuses on acquiring and operating established businesses with competitive advantages.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong Financial Position
  • Diversified Business Portfolio
  • Experienced Management Team
  • Strong Brand Reputation
  • Decentralized Management Structure

Weaknesses

  • Reliance on Key Personnel (Warren Buffett)
  • Large Size Can Hinder Growth
  • Complex Organizational Structure
  • Underperformance of certain subsidiaries

Opportunities

  • Acquisitions of Undervalued Companies
  • Expansion into New Markets
  • Growth in Existing Business Segments
  • Capitalizing on Technological Advancements

Threats

  • Economic Downturn
  • Increased Competition
  • Regulatory Changes
  • Succession Planning Challenges
  • Market Volatility

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • BRK.A
  • JPM
  • BAC
  • UNH
  • GOOGL

Competitive Landscape

Berkshire Hathaway's advantages include its financial strength, diversified business portfolio, and long-term investment horizon. Its disadvantages include its size and reliance on key personnel.

Major Acquisitions

Alleghany Corporation

  • Year: 2022
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 11600
  • Strategic Rationale: Expansion of Berkshire's insurance operations and diversification of its business portfolio.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Berkshire Hathaway has experienced significant growth through acquisitions and organic expansion of its existing businesses.

Future Projections: Future growth projections vary based on analyst estimates and market conditions. Expansion is expected from current lines of businesses.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in technology companies and renewable energy projects. They have also been investing in their main line of businesses like Insurance, railroads, etc.

Summary

Berkshire Hathaway is a strong, diversified conglomerate with a solid financial foundation. Its insurance and railroad businesses are particularly successful. However, its reliance on Warren Buffett and its large size pose potential challenges. Berkshire needs to look out for succession planning and market volatility.

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About Berkshire Hathaway Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Omaha, NE, United States
IPO Launch date 1980-03-17
Chairman, CEO & President Mr. Warren E. Buffett
Sector Financial Services
Industry Insurance - Diversified
Full time employees 392400
Full time employees 392400

Berkshire Hathaway Inc., through its subsidiaries, engages in the insurance, freight rail transportation, and utility businesses. The company provides property, casualty, life, accident, and health insurance and reinsurance; operates railroad systems in North America; generates, transmits, stores, and distributes electricity from natural gas, coal, wind, solar, hydroelectric, nuclear, and geothermal sources; operates natural gas distribution and storage facilities, interstate pipelines, liquefied natural gas facilities, and compressor and meter stations; and holds interest in coal mining assets. It also manufactures boxed chocolates and other confectionery products; specialty chemicals, metal cutting tools, and components for aerospace and power generation applications; prefabricated and site-built residential homes, flooring products; insulation, roofing, and engineered products; building and engineered components; paints and coatings; and bricks and masonry products, as well as offers manufactured and site-built home construction, and related lending and financial services. In addition, the company provides recreational vehicles, apparel, footwear, toys, jewelry, custom picture framing products, alkaline batteries, logistics services, and professional aviation training and shared aircraft ownership programs; castings, forgings, fasteners/fastener systems, aerostructures, and precision components; and cobalt, nickel, and titanium alloys. Further, it distributes televisions and information, and grocery and non-food consumer products; franchises and services quick service restaurants; and distributes electronic components. Additionally, it retails automobiles; furniture, bedding, and accessories; household appliances, electronics, and floor coverings; watches, crystal, china, stemware, flatware, gifts, and collectibles; sells kitchenware; and motorcycle clothing and equipment. The company was incorporated in 1998 and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.