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

$470.02 -6.29 (-1.32%)

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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

Hold

Based on 1 Analyst Ratings

Sell
0

Hold
1

Buy
0

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

Consensus Price Target

$520.00
10.63% Upside

According to the 1 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Berkshire Hathaway, the average price target is $520.00. The highest price target for BRK.B is $575.00, while the lowest price target for BRK.B is $465.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 10.63% from the current price of $470.02.

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BRK.B Analyst Ratings Over Time

Type	Current Forecast 7/15/24 to 7/15/25	1 Month Ago 6/15/24 to 6/15/25	3 Months Ago 4/16/24 to 4/16/25	1 Year Ago 7/16/23 to 7/15/24
Strong Buy	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy	0 Buy rating(s)	0 Buy rating(s)	1 Buy rating(s)	1 Buy rating(s)
Hold	1 Hold rating(s)	1 Hold rating(s)	1 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	$520.00	$520.00	$520.00	$432.00
Forecasted Upside	10.63% Upside	6.88% Upside	0.59% Upside	-0.56% Downside
Consensus Rating	Hold	Hold	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy

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	2.00	2.54	2.53
Consensus Rating	Hold	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy
Predicted Upside	9.08% Upside	23.53% Upside	10.67% Upside
News Sentiment Rating	Neutral 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
3/26/2025	Argus 3 of 5 stars	Kevin Heal Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Set Target		$575.00	+7.91%
7/22/2024	TD Cowen 4 of 5 stars	A. Kligerman Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Initiated Coverage	Hold	$465.00	+7.03%
9/29/2023	Edward Jones 4 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%

Analyst ratings data on MarketBeat is provided by Benzinga and other data providers. This page was last refreshed on Tuesday at 07:34 PM ET.

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 Monday, July 14, 2025. 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:

The company reported operating earnings of $47.4 billion in 2024, showcasing strong performance across its diversified operations, which can indicate robust financial health and potential for future growth.
Recent strong results in the insurance sector, particularly at GEICO, contributed significantly to earnings, highlighting the company's ability to generate consistent revenue from its core businesses.
Berkshire Hathaway's current stock price is around $350, which may be considered attractive for investors looking for value in a stable company with a solid track record.
The disciplined capital allocation strategy, with a focus on value stocks and significant investments in companies like Occidental Petroleum, reflects a proactive approach to enhancing shareholder value.
Warren Buffett's leadership and investment philosophy continue to inspire confidence among investors, especially during uncertain market conditions, making Berkshire Hathaway a potentially safer investment choice.

Berkshire Hathaway
Bear Case

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

Despite strong earnings, major equity holdings like Apple and American Express have struggled, which could impact Berkshire's overall performance and investor sentiment.
The company's concentrated investment strategy, while beneficial in some respects, may expose it to higher risks if its top holdings underperform.
Market volatility and economic uncertainties could affect Berkshire Hathaway's diverse operations, potentially leading to fluctuations in earnings.
Investors may find the stock less appealing compared to high-growth companies, especially in a market that favors rapid expansion over stability.
While the company has a substantial cash reserve, the lack of recent large-scale acquisitions may raise concerns about growth opportunities and capital deployment efficiency.

BRK.B Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

: According to the research reports of 1 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Berkshire Hathaway is $520.00, with a high forecast of $575.00 and a low forecast of $465.00.
: 1 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Berkshire Hathaway in the last year. There is currently 1 hold rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "hold" BRK.B shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in BRK.B, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.
: According to analysts, Berkshire Hathaway's stock has a predicted upside of 10.63% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.
: Analysts like Berkshire Hathaway less than other "finance" companies. The consensus rating for Berkshire Hathaway is Hold while the average consensus rating for "finance" companies is Moderate Buy. Learn more on how BRK.B compares to other companies.

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