
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
NYSE:BRK.A

Operating Margin
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.
Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.
Operating Margin Across Competitors
Country | Company | Market Cap |
Operating Margin |
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US |
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Berkshire Hathaway Inc
NYSE:BRK.A
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1.1T USD |
16%
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|
SE |
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Investor AB
STO:INVE B
|
844.7B SEK |
31%
|
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ZA |
R
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Remgro Ltd
JSE:REM
|
86.2B Zac |
6%
|
|
NL |
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Exor NV
AEX:EXO
|
16.5B EUR | N/A | |
IN |
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Bajaj Holdings and Investment Ltd
NSE:BAJAJHLDNG
|
1.3T INR |
88%
|
|
SE |
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Industrivarden AB
STO:INDU A
|
137.5B SEK |
99%
|
|
SE |
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L E Lundbergforetagen AB (publ)
STO:LUND B
|
117.8B SEK |
23%
|
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MC |
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HAL Trust
AEX:HAL
|
10.4B EUR |
12%
|
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BE |
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Groep Brussel Lambert NV
XBRU:GBLB
|
8.6B EUR |
10%
|
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BE |
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Sofina SA
XBRU:SOF
|
7.7B EUR |
88%
|
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SA |
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Kingdom Holding Company SJSC
SAU:4280
|
29.6B SAR |
35%
|
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
Glance View
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. began its journey as a humble textile manufacturing company in the early 19th century. However, a pivotal transformation occurred when Warren Buffett took control in 1965 and turned it into a powerhouse of investment and conglomerate empire. The key to Berkshire's meteoric rise has been Buffett's unique investment philosophy where he focuses on the intrinsic value of companies, buying undervalued businesses with strong fundamentals and reliable management. Today, rather than textiles, Berkshire stands as a microcosm of the American economy with its diverse range of holdings and operating businesses spanning from insurance, railroads, utilities, to consumer goods, and fintech. The heart of Berkshire Hathaway's operations revolves around its vast portfolio of wholly owned subsidiaries and significant minority stakes in publicly traded stocks. Its insurance operations, led by entities such as GEICO and Berkshire Hathaway Reinsurance, act as a financial cornerstone, generating substantial premium float that can be invested to compound returns over time. Simultaneously, companies like BNSF Railway and Berkshire Hathaway Energy provide steady, predictable cash flows, aiding in funding further acquisitions and investments. Meanwhile, the equity investments in stalwarts like Apple provide substantial capital gains and dividends. This intricate symbiosis of varied businesses not only fuels Berkshire's financial growth but also encapsulates an ethos of patience and value investment that has captivated investors globally.

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Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.
Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.
Based on Berkshire Hathaway Inc's most recent financial statements, the company has Operating Margin of 16.4%.