Berkshire Hathaway

BRK-ABerkshire Hathaway

About Berkshire Hathaway

Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK-A), (NYSE:BRK-B) is a holding company engaged in diverse business activities such as insurance, freight rail transportation, utilities and energy, and manufacturing, service, and retail distribution. The company, listed on the NYSE, owns fully or holds substantial stakes in several major corporations, including GEICO, Coca-Cola, and Wells Fargo. Its primary objective is to expand its diverse portfolio and increase shareholder value through the acquisition of new companies and the growth of existing ones. Berkshire Hathaway also prioritizes sustainable and ethical business practices.

What is BRK-A known for?

Snapshot

Public US

Ownership

1839

Year founded

7064

Employees

Omaha, United States

Head office

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Operations

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Omaha, US

Products and/or services of Berkshire Hathaway

Insurance: This is Berkshire Hathaway's core business, with prominent brands like GEICO (auto insurance), Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (commercial insurance), and Gen Re (reinsurance).
Transportation: This includes railroads like BNSF Railway, truck services through McLane Company, and aviation services through Executive Jet.
Utilities: Berkshire Hathaway Energy is a major player in electricity and natural gas generation, transmission, and distribution.
Manufacturing: From industrial products like Lubrizol lubricants to building materials like Acme Brick, Berkshire Hathaway owns various manufacturing companies.
Retail: This includes iconic brands like Dairy Queen and Ben & Jerry's, as well as furniture retailers like Nebraska Furniture Mart.
Financial Services: Berkshire Hathaway has significant investments in banks like Wells Fargo and Bank of America, as well as insurance brokers like Marsh & McLennan.