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Financial ServicesBerkshire Hathaway Inc.
Insurance - Diversified
$476.42+0.60%
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About This Company
Berkshire Hathaway is a unique company that owns a vast collection of businesses, rather than just operating one type of business. While it's well-known for its insurance operations, it also owns a major railroad, several utility companies, and a wide array of manufacturing and retail businesses. This diverse portfolio, managed by legendary investor Warren Buffett, aims to generate steady profits and long-term growth across many different industries.
https://www.berkshirehathaway.comKey Statistics
Open$475.08
Day High$479.10
Day Low$474.20
Prev. Close$473.60
52-Week High$542.07
52-Week Low$455.19
Market Cap$1.03T
Volume1.66M
Avg. Volume—
P/E Ratio—
EPS—
Beta0.70
Company Information
Sector
Financial Services
Industry
Insurance - Diversified
Employees
392,400
Country
US
IPO Date
1996-05-09
Exchange
NYSE
52-Week Range
$455.19
52W Low
$476.42
Current
$542.07
52W High
Catalysts & Risks
Catalysts
- ▲Continued strong performance and growth in its diverse insurance operations (e.g., GEICO, National Indemnity) generating significant float.
- ▲Successful capital allocation by Warren Buffett and Greg Abel, including strategic acquisitions of undervalued businesses or share buybacks.
- ▲Outperformance of its vast equity portfolio, especially its significant holdings in Apple, Bank of America, and Coca-Cola.
- ▲Growth and improved profitability from its wholly-owned non-insurance businesses across various sectors like energy, manufacturing, and retail.
Risks
- ▼Key person risk associated with the eventual succession of Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, potentially impacting capital allocation and investor confidence.
- ▼Significant downturns in the equity markets, as a substantial portion of its value is tied to its publicly traded stock portfolio.
- ▼Major catastrophic events or sustained adverse underwriting cycles that could negatively impact its insurance operations' profitability and float generation.
- ▼Regulatory changes or economic downturns disproportionately affecting its diverse portfolio of businesses, including energy, railroads, and manufacturing.
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