Berkshire Hathaway Stock Has Been Flat for the Past Year Amid Mixed Business Performance
Over the past year, Berkshire Hathaway (BRKB) has seen minimal movement in its stock price, trading near $510 and fluctuating within a narrow range. Despite this flat performance, the company's underlying business showed growth during CEO Greg Abel’s first year at the helm. In early August 2026, Berkshire reported second-quarter operating earnings of about $13 billion, up 16% from the same period last year. The majority of the gains came from non-insurance operations such as manufacturing and energy, while insurance underwriting saw a decline in profit. However, quarterly operating earnings have been on an upward trend overall. Additionally, Berkshire ended its streak of being a net seller of stocks by acquiring nearly $20 billion more than it sold during Q2 2026. The company also made significant acquisitions and increased share repurchases. Despite these developments, the stock price has not surged significantly, remaining at around 1.5 times book value.
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