Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) Stock Forecast & Price Target

$453.20 +3.86 (+0.86%)

(As of 12/20/2024 05:45 PM ET)

Berkshire Hathaway - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2025)

MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.

Consensus Rating

Moderate Buy

Based on 2 Analyst Ratings

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0

Hold
1

Buy
1

Based on 2 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Berkshire Hathaway in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 2 analysts, 1 has given a hold rating, and 1 has given a buy rating for BRK.B.

Consensus Price Target

$457.50
0.95% Upside

According to the 2 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Berkshire Hathaway, the average price target is $457.50. The highest price target for BRK.B is $465.00, while the lowest price target for BRK.B is $450.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 0.95% from the current price of $453.20.

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BRK.B Analyst Ratings Over Time

Type	Current Forecast 12/22/23 to 12/21/24	1 Month Ago 11/22/23 to 11/21/24	3 Months Ago 9/23/23 to 9/22/24	1 Year Ago 12/22/22 to 12/22/23
Strong Buy	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy	1 Buy rating(s)	1 Buy rating(s)	1 Buy rating(s)	0 Buy rating(s)
Hold	1 Hold rating(s)	1 Hold rating(s)	2 Hold rating(s)	1 Hold rating(s)
Sell	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target	$457.50	$457.50	$457.50	$414.00
Forecasted Upside	0.95% Upside	-3.23% Downside	0.48% Upside	16.14% Upside
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy	Hold	Hold

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BRK.B Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.

BRK.B Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.

Berkshire Hathaway Stock vs. The Competition

Type	Berkshire Hathaway	Finance Companies	S&P 500
Consensus Rating Score	2.50	2.50	2.51
Consensus Rating	Moderate Buy	Hold	Moderate Buy
Predicted Upside	0.95% Upside	18.63% Upside	14.52% Upside
News Sentiment Rating	Positive News See Recent BRK.B News	Positive News	Positive News

Recent Analyst Forecasts and Stock Ratings

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Date	Brokerage	Analyst Name	Action	Rating	Price Target	Upside/Downside on Report Date
7/22/2024	TD Cowen 5 of 5 stars	A. Kligerman Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Initiated Coverage	Hold	$465.00	+7.03%
5/29/2024	Argus 2 of 5 stars		Upgrade	Hold ➝ Buy	$450.00	+11.41%
9/29/2023	Edward Jones 3 of 5 stars		Downgrade	Buy ➝ Hold
8/7/2023	UBS Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target		$405.00 ➝ $414.00	+18.29%

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

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, December 15, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Berkshire Hathaway pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Berkshire Hathaway
Bull Case

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

Berkshire Hathaway has a strong track record of performance, consistently delivering solid returns over the years, which appeals to long-term investors.
The company has recently pivoted towards safer assets, with over $234 billion invested in short-term U.S. Treasuries, reflecting a strategic move to weather economic turbulence.
Current stock price of BRK.B is attractive, making it a potentially good entry point for new investors looking for value.
Berkshire Hathaway has diversified its portfolio by adding new positions in companies like Heico and Ulta Beauty, aligning with Warren Buffett's philosophy of investing in firms with strong competitive advantages.
The company has increased its holdings in established names such as Occidental Petroleum and Chubb, reinforcing its core business in insurance and energy sectors.

Berkshire Hathaway
Bear Case

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

The company has reduced its exposure to high-growth stocks like Apple and Bank of America, which may indicate a cautious approach that could limit potential high returns.
Berkshire Hathaway fully exited its position in Paramount Global and sold off shares in Snowflake, suggesting a shift away from certain sectors that could have growth potential.
With a significant amount of cash reserves totaling $277 billion, some investors may view this as a lack of aggressive investment strategy, potentially missing out on high-growth opportunities.
The recent rebalancing strategy, which includes reducing stakes in companies like Capital One and Chevron, may signal a more conservative outlook that could affect growth prospects.
As the market evolves, Berkshire's traditional investment strategies may face challenges in adapting to new economic conditions, which could impact future performance.

BRK.B Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

: According to the research reports of 2 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Berkshire Hathaway is $457.50, with a high forecast of $465.00 and a low forecast of $450.00.
: 2 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Berkshire Hathaway in the last year. There is currently 1 hold rating and 1 buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" BRK.B shares.
: According to analysts, Berkshire Hathaway's stock has a predicted upside of 0.95% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.
: Analysts like Berkshire Hathaway more than other "finance" companies. The consensus rating for Berkshire Hathaway is Moderate Buy while the average consensus rating for "finance" companies is Hold. Learn more on how BRK.B compares to other companies.

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This page (NYSE:BRK.B) was last updated on 12/21/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) Stock Forecast & Price Target