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

Today's Range
$613,462.50
$622,760.00
50-Day Range
$600,528.99
$631,285.05
52-Week Range
$502,000.00
$741,971.38
Volume
2,761 shs
Average Volume
11,166 shs
Market Capitalization
$885.14 billion
P/E Ratio
12.10
Dividend Yield
N/A
Price Target
$621,591.00

Berkshire Hathaway MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Hold
2.00 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
1.1% Upside
$621,591.00 Price Target
Short Interest
N/A
Dividend Strength
N/A
Sustainability
-2.57
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
N/A
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
N/A

Overall MarketRank

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

0.06 out of 5 stars

Finance Sector

820th out of 822 stocks

Fire, Marine, & Casualty Insurance Industry

49th out of 50 stocks

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About Berkshire Hathaway Stock (NYSE:BRK.A)

Berkshire Hathaway Inc., through its subsidiaries, engages in the insurance, freight rail transportation, and utility businesses worldwide. It provides property, casualty, life, accident, and health insurance and reinsurance; and operates railroad systems in North America. The company also generates, transmits, stores, and distributes electricity from natural gas, coal, wind, solar, hydro, 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. In addition, the company manufactures boxed chocolates and other confectionery products; specialty chemicals, metal cutting tools, and components for aerospace and power generation applications; and flooring, insulation, roofing and engineered, 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; and recreational vehicles, apparel products, jewelry, and custom picture framing products, and alkaline batteries. Further, it manufactures castings, forgings, fasteners/fastener systems, and aerostructures; and seamless pipes, fittings, downhole casing and tubing, and various mill forms. Additionally, the company distributes televisions and information; franchises and services quick service restaurants; distributes electronic components; and offers logistics services, grocery and foodservice distribution services, and professional aviation training and shared aircraft ownership programs. It also retails automobiles; furniture, bedding, and accessories; household appliances, electronics, and computers; jewelry, watches, crystal, china, stemware, flatware, gifts, and collectibles; kitchenware; and motorcycle apparel and equipment. The company was incorporated in 1998 and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.

BRK.A Stock Price History

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Company Calendar

Last Earnings
5/04/2024
Today
7/08/2024
Next Earnings (Estimated)
8/02/2024
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Sector
Finance
Industry
Fire, marine, & casualty insurance
Sub-Industry
N/A
Current Symbol
NYSE:BRK.A
Previous Symbol
NYSE:BRK/A
Employees
360,000
Year Founded
1839

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$621,591.00
High Stock Price Target
$621,591.00
Low Stock Price Target
$621,591.00
Potential Upside/Downside
+1.1%
Consensus Rating
Hold
Rating Score (0-4)
2.00
Research Coverage
1 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$96.22 billion
Pretax Margin
24.22%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$364.48 billion
Cash Flow
$34,301.31 per share
Book Value
$393,011.22 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
1,431,000
Market Cap
$885.14 billion
Optionable
Not Optionable
Beta
0.87

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

Pros

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

  • Berkshire Hathaway's diverse business portfolio provides stability and resilience during economic downturns, reducing overall risk for investors.
  • Gregory E. Abel, Vice Chairman of Non-Insurance Operations and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway Energy, brings strong leadership to the company's non-insurance operations, enhancing growth prospects.
  • Berkshire Hathaway's focus on long-term value creation aligns with Warren Buffett's investment philosophy, attracting investors seeking sustainable returns.
  • The company's investments in energy, utilities, and insurance sectors offer a hedge against market volatility, providing a defensive position in uncertain times.
  • With Berkshire Hathaway's stock price currently at a competitive level, investors have an opportunity to enter the market at an attractive valuation.

Cons

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

  • Berkshire Hathaway's vast conglomerate structure may lead to complexities in decision-making and operational efficiency, potentially impacting overall performance.
  • The company's heavy reliance on traditional industries like insurance and utilities may limit exposure to high-growth sectors, potentially hindering rapid capital appreciation.
  • Warren Buffett's eventual succession plan and the transition to new leadership could introduce uncertainties regarding the future strategic direction of the company.
  • Berkshire Hathaway's size and scale may pose challenges in achieving significant growth rates compared to smaller, more agile competitors in certain market segments.
  • The company's conservative approach to acquisitions and investments may result in missed opportunities for aggressive expansion and market dominance in emerging industries.
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 Sunday, July 7, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Berkshire Hathaway pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

BRK.A Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have BRK.A shares performed this year?

Berkshire Hathaway's stock was trading at $542,625.00 on January 1st, 2024. Since then, BRK.A stock has increased by 13.3% and is now trading at $614,679.4383.
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How were Berkshire Hathaway's earnings last quarter?

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:BRK.A) issued its quarterly earnings results on Saturday, May, 4th. The financial services provider reported $7,796.46 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter. The financial services provider earned $89.87 billion during the quarter. Berkshire Hathaway had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 7.28% and a net margin of 19.90%.

Does Berkshire Hathaway have any subsidiaries?

Berkshire Hathaway subsidiaries include these companies: Pilot Flying J, HomeServices of America, Medical Liability Mutual Insurance Co, Precision Castparts, Precision Castparts, Detlev Louis Motorradvertriebs, Charter Brokerage, and more.

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.
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This page (NYSE:BRK.A) was last updated on 7/9/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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