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    BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY INC (BRK-B)

    Q3 2024 Earnings Summary

    Reported on Jan 1, 1970 (Before Market Open)
    Pre-Earnings Price$450.37Open (Nov 4, 2024)
    Post-Earnings Price$450.37Open (Nov 4, 2024)
    Price Change
    $0.00(0.00%)
    MetricYoY ChangeReason

    Total Revenue

    -0.2%

    Increased insurance premiums and investment income were offset by declines at Pilot Travel Centers and lower volumes at McLane, resulting in a slight net decrease.

    Total Insurance

    +10%

    Higher premium volumes and improved underwriting (most notably at GEICO), along with increases in investment income from short-term investments, drove the gain.

    Insurance - Investment Income

    +56%

    Higher short-term interest rates and larger cash/UST bill balances led to a substantial rise in interest income, outweighing a slight drop in dividend income.

    Pilot Travel Centers

    -19%

    Lower average fuel prices and reduced fuel volumes from wholesale and marketing businesses were the main drivers of the revenue decline, partially offset by cost controls.

    McLane

    -6%

    The highly competitive grocery and foodservice market and lower unit volumes pulled down revenues, though improved gross margin rates helped support profitability.

    Operating Income (EBIT)

    $32,286M vs. -$16,959M

    The swing was driven by strong insurance results, including higher underwriting and investment income, and minimal derivative losses, partly offset by softer railroad earnings.

    Net Income

    $26,480M vs. -$12,567M

    Unrealized investment gains in equity holdings provided a major rebound, while improved operating performance in insurance and other segments also contributed to the turnaround.