BRK-B— Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
NYSEFinancial Services · Insurance - Diversified
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B) stock trades at $490.23, down 0.21% on the day. With a market capitalization of $1.06 trillion, BRK-B is a mega-cap financial services stock. It trades at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 14.6, a forward P/E of 22.8 and earnings per share (EPS) of $33.60. Over the most recent period the company reported 4% year-over-year revenue growth and a net profit margin of 19.3%. Below you'll find BRK-B's full fundamentals, fair-value estimates, dividend history, earnings and our buy, hold or avoid verdict for 2026.
Price & Performance
Performance
Analysis & Verdict
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B) Stock Analysis 2026
Rule-based · Updated daily · Not financial advice
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B) operates in the Insurance - Diversified space within the Financial Services sector. With a market cap of $1.1T, it qualifies as a large-cap company. Growth is moderate and the business remains profitable, offering a balanced risk/reward profile compared to high-multiple peers.
- Low P/E of 14.6× suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to earnings
- Earnings grew 120% YoY — bottom-line is expanding fast
- Healthy profit margin of 19.3%
- Current ratio of 2.9× — ample short-term liquidity
- Low beta of 0.61 — less volatile than the market, suitable for conservative portfolios
- High debt-to-equity of 17.67× increases financial risk, especially with elevated interest rates
- No dividend history — total return depends entirely on price appreciation
Verdict
Strong Buy
Multiple fundamental strengths with few red flags. Long-term buyers may find this compelling.
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Fair Value Estimates
Current price: $490.23
Graham Number
√(22.5 × EPS × Book Value)
$19550.01
Benjamin Graham's intrinsic value formula. Assumes a fair stock trades at no more than 22.5× the product of EPS and book value per share.
Bazin Ceiling Price
Avg. Annual DPS (5Y) ÷ 6%
N/A
Décio Bazin's dividend-based ceiling. The max price you should pay so that dividends alone deliver at least 6% annual yield on your cost basis.
These are simplified estimates. Not financial advice.
Buy & Hold Checklist
Quality criteria for long-term holding
6/10
75% score
Pays dividends
No dividend history found
Dividend consistency (5Y+)
Uninterrupted dividend payments for at least 5 years
ROE above 10%
10.5%Return on equity — measures how efficiently capital is used
Positive profit margin
19.3%Net profit margin must be positive — company earns more than it spends
Revenue growth (annual)
+4.4%Annual revenue must be growing compared to the prior year
Earnings growth (annual)
+119.6%Annual earnings must be growing compared to the prior year
Debt/Equity below 2×
17.67×Low financial leverage reduces risk of distress
Current ratio above 1
2.88×Short-term assets must cover short-term liabilities
Daily liquidity above $5M
$2.5B/dayHigh trading volume ensures easy entry and exit
Dividend yield above 0%
Stock must distribute income to shareholders
Financials
Revenue & Results
Key Statistics
Earnings
Next Earnings
Aug 1, 2026
11
days
EPS (TTM)
$33.60
P/E (TTM)
14.6
Fwd P/E
22.8
SEC Filings & Reported Financials
Earnings History
SEC EDGAR · official filings
SEC Filings
Official EDGAR documents
Insider Transactions
SEC Form 4 · officers, directors & 10% owners
Dividends & Income
Dividends
This stock does not pay dividends.
Tools & Simulators
If You Had Invested…
Hypothetical return based on historical prices
* Dividend reinvestment calculated at ex-date price. For informational purposes only.
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About Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
Berkshire Hathaway Inc., together with 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 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, home decor and repair services; sells kitchenware; and motorcycle clothing and equipment. The company was incorporated in 1998 and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
Sector
Financial Services
Industry
Insurance - Diversified
Location
Omaha, United States
Employees
387,800
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BRK-B — Frequently Asked Questions
Is Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B) a good stock to buy in 2026?
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B) shows strengths such as a strong 19% net margin, while risks include high leverage (debt/equity of 17.7). Whether BRK-B is a good buy in 2026 depends on your time horizon and risk tolerance — review the full bull case, bear case and fair-value estimates above. This is informational analysis, not financial advice.
What is BRK-B's stock price today?
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B) trades at $490.23, down 0.21% on the session. Prices on this page update throughout the trading day.
Does BRK-B pay a dividend?
No. Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B) does not currently pay a dividend, so the return comes entirely from share-price appreciation.
Is BRK-B overvalued?
With a P/E ratio of 14.6×, BRK-B trades at a relatively modest valuation for the financial services sector. Its PEG ratio is 10.06. See the Fair Value Estimates section above for Graham Number and dividend-based price targets.
What is BRK-B's market cap?
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B) has a market capitalization of $1.06 trillion, classifying it as a mega-cap stock in the Financial Services sector.
Disclaimer: This page — including any buy/hold/avoid view, fair value or price estimate — is generated from market data for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment or trading advice. Data may be delayed or inaccurate. Always do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decision.