Berkshire Hathaway says Q3 operating earnings were $12,705 million
Berkshire Hathaway reported Q3 operating earnings of $12.705 billion, down from $13.485 billion a year earlier, and repurchased $9.6 billion of stock. Net earnings were $22.112 billion, including $9.407 billion in investment gains; cash stood at $356.9 billion at September 30, 2026.
1. Quarterly results
Berkshire Hathaway reported Q3 operating earnings of $12.705 billion, compared with $13.485 billion a year earlier. Net earnings attributable to shareholders were $22.112 billion versus $30.796 billion, including $9.407 billion in net investment gains compared with $17.311 billion a year earlier. The company repurchased $9.6 billion of stock during the quarter.
2. Cash and insurance float
Berkshire's cash stake was $356.9 billion at September 30, 2026, and insurance float was approximately $178.5 billion. Net earnings per average equivalent Class A share were $15,502.
