Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A) Q4 2025 earnings
By CNBC
February 28, 2026, 8:43 AM EST
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CNBC: Berkshire Hathaway reports a significant decrease in operating earnings for Q4 2025, mainly due to weaknesses in the insurance business.
Berkshire Hathaway experienced a notable decline in operating earnings for the fourth quarter of 2025, with a drop of over 29% compared to the previous year. Warren Buffett stepped down as CEO after this quarter, with Greg Abel taking over and pledging to maintain the financial strength and capital discipline culture. The insurance business saw a 54% decrease in underwriting profits and a nearly 25% decrease in investment income. Overall, operating earnings for 2025 decreased to $44.49 billion from the previous year. This is an ongoing story with updates to come.
