Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) Stock Analysis
A structured research starting point for Berkshire Hathaway — the conglomerate built by Warren Buffett. Price history, key metrics, the questions great investors would ask, and community sentiment. Educational only.
Price Chart
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| Date | Close |
|---|---|
| 2026-11-09 | $575.25 |
| 2026-11-06 | $570.89 |
| 2026-11-05 | $572.33 |
| 2026-11-04 | $579.09 |
| 2026-11-03 | $557.07 |
| 2026-11-02 | $556.11 |
| 2026-10-30 | $542.49 |
| 2026-10-29 | $541.96 |
| 2026-10-28 | $540.34 |
| 2026-10-27 | $542.99 |
Overview
Berkshire Hathaway is a diversified holding company assembled over decades by Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger. It owns wholly-controlled businesses (insurance, BNSF railroad, energy, manufacturing, retail) and a large public-equity portfolio led by stakes such as Apple.
Its engine is insurance "float" — premiums held before claims are paid — reinvested into operating businesses and stocks. The central debate is succession after Buffett, the drag of a huge cash pile, and whether sheer size now limits future returns.
Key Metrics at a Glance
Approximate reference figures for education. Always verify against the latest filings before any decision.
Business Segments
Approximate share of revenue. Verify against the latest annual report.
Bull Case vs Bear Case
- Decades-long record of disciplined capital allocation.
- Insurance float provides low-cost capital to reinvest.
- Diversified, durable businesses plus a large equity portfolio.
- Succession risk and culture change after Warren Buffett.
- Enormous size makes market-beating returns harder.
- A very large cash pile can be a drag if left uninvested.
Key Dates
How the Masters Would Frame It
Each legendary investor asks different questions. Use these lenses as a structured checklist — not as buy or sell signals.
| Investor | Their lens | Key question they would ask |
|---|---|---|
| Warren Buffett | Owner earnings & capital allocation | Can Berkshire keep redeploying float and cash at attractive returns at this size? |
| Charlie Munger | Quality & durability | Are the underlying businesses durable enough to compound for decades? |
| Benjamin Graham | Margin of safety | How does the price compare to a conservative estimate of intrinsic value? |
| Howard Marks | Where are we in the cycle? | Does the large cash pile reflect discipline or a lack of opportunities? |
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Community Sentiment
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Value × Sentiment Map
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7-Day TikTok Buzz
How much this stock has been talked about on TikTok over the past week — daily video count, weighted by engagement.
Bars: daily public TikTok videos mentioning this stock (via TikHub), scaled by engagement. Line: daily closing price (via EODHD) over the same days — see whether chatter leads or follows the price. Delayed and approximate, for information only — not advice.
Social Media Buzz
What X/Twitter is saying about this stock right now — auto-scored bullish vs bearish from recent cashtag posts.
Latest News & Announcements
Recent earnings coverage and market headlines for this stock, synced automatically.
- Berkshire Hathaway May Have Sold More Bank of America Stock in the Third Quarter
- Berkshire Hathaway Stocks Slip 1.01% Despite $9.6 Billion Buyback Surge
- Berkshire Hathaway Boosts Buybacks as Operating Income Slips
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- BRK.B Q3 Earnings Decline Year Over Year, Revenues Top Estimates
Headlines aggregated from public sources via EODHD. For information only, not advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Berkshire Hathaway a good stock to buy?
We do not give buy or sell advice. The useful question is whether Berkshire fits your goals and whether the price reflects realistic value. Use the master frameworks above as a checklist.
What is the difference between BRK.A and BRK.B?
BRK.A is the original, very high-priced share class; BRK.B is a fractional, more affordable class with reduced voting rights. They track the same underlying company.
Does Berkshire Hathaway pay a dividend?
No. Berkshire reinvests its earnings and occasionally repurchases shares rather than paying a dividend.
How do I value a company like BRK.B?
Many investors look at book value per share and the value of its operating businesses plus its equity portfolio. Try our calculators below to test assumptions.
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This page is an educational research starting point built from public information. It is not investment advice, not a recommendation to buy or sell, and figures may be delayed or approximate. Always do your own research.
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