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August 02, 2025
Berkshire Hathaway Earnings Report: Berkshire Hathaway posted a small dip in operating earnings for the second quarter. The company shared its concern over the impact of rising U.S. tariffs on business.
Operating profit — from businesses like insurance, railroads, and others — came in at $11.16 billion. That’s a 4% drop compared to the same period last year.
Insurance underwriting was weaker this time. But profits grew in other areas — including railroads, energy, manufacturing, services, and retail.
Berkshire Hathaway has once again raised concerns about the impact of U.S. tariffs linked to President Donald Trump. The company said these trade measures could hurt several of its businesses.
In its latest earnings report, Berkshire highlighted that global trade tensions have been rising.
“Changes are happening fast,” the company noted. “And there’s still a lot we don’t know about where things are headed.”
Berkshire Hathaway said it’s quite possible that most — if not all — of its businesses could feel some negative impact.
The same goes for its stock market investments. These factors could seriously influence the company’s future results.
Meanwhile, Warren Buffett’s massive cash reserves stayed close to a record high. By the end of June, the total stood at $344.1 billion. That’s just a bit lower than the $347 billion it held at the end of March.
The company also kept offloading stocks. It sold more shares for the 11th quarter in a row. In the first half of 2025 alone, Berkshire dumped $4.5 billion worth of equities.
Berkshire Hathaway didn’t repurchase any of its shares in the first half of 2025. This was despite the stock falling more than 10% from its record high.
The company also reported a $3.8 billion loss tied to its Kraft Heinz investment. That holding has continued to underperform for years.
Kraft Heinz, meanwhile, is exploring a spinoff of its grocery division. In May, two Berkshire executives resigned from the Kraft Heinz board.
This is the first earnings report since Warren Buffett shared his retirement plans. The 94-year-old legend will step down as CEO at the end of 2025.
Taking his place will be Greg Abel, who currently oversees Berkshire’s non-insurance businesses. He’s been named the next CEO.
Buffett isn’t stepping away completely. He will continue to serve as chairman of the board.
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