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Berkshire shares dip after earnings decline, lack of buybacks disappoint investors

Last updated: August 4, 2025 7:25 am
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Berkshire Hathaway, the conglomerate led by legendary investor Warren Buffett, recently reported a small decline in operating earnings, causing a dip in its shares. The company’s operating earnings, which include profits from its insurance and railroad businesses, decreased by 4% year over year to $11.16 billion in the second quarter. While some sectors like railroad, energy, manufacturing, service, and retailing saw higher profits compared to the previous year, a drop in insurance underwriting weighed down the overall results.

Following the announcement, both Class A and Class B shares of Berkshire Hathaway fell more than 2% on Monday. The stock has declined approximately 12% from its all-time high in early May, just before Buffett revealed that Greg Abel would be taking over as CEO at the end of 2025.

One surprising development was Berkshire’s decision to write down its underperforming 27% stake in Kraft Heinz, resulting in a loss of $3.8 billion. This move coincided with reports suggesting that Kraft Heinz was considering a spinoff of its grocery business. Two Berkshire executives resigned from Kraft Heinz’s board in May, signaling a shift in the conglomerate’s investment strategy.

Buffett’s cash reserve of $344.1 billion remained near a record high, indicating a cautious approach to investment. Berkshire Hathaway has been selling off stocks for the 11th consecutive quarter, divesting $4.5 billion in equities in the first half of 2025. Additionally, the company did not repurchase any stock during this period, even as share prices experienced a significant correction.

Analysts like Kyle Sanders from Edward Jones believe that the lack of investment activity, potential acquisitions, and share repurchases in the first half of 2025 may be seen as disappointing by investors. However, they anticipate that Greg Abel’s leadership as CEO could bring new opportunities for growth and value creation in the future.

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Overall, Berkshire Hathaway’s recent performance highlights the challenges faced by the conglomerate in a rapidly changing market environment. Investors will be closely watching for signs of strategic shifts and potential growth opportunities under the new leadership.

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