Berkshire Hathaway's Operating Earnings Soar Over 40% In Q3 — Did Buffett's Empire Defy Economic Headwinds This Season?
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Berkshire Hathaway Inc. reported a significant increase in Q3 operating earnings, driven by strength in insurance businesses. The company's Q3 operating earnings rose to $10.76 billion from $7.65 billion in the year-ago quarter. Insurance underwriting generated earnings of $2.4 billion in Q3, and earnings from insurance investment income increased by $1.1 billion. The company used approximately $1.1 billion to repurchase shares during Q3, and its cash accumulation reached a new record of $157.2 billion. However, the company reported a net loss of $12.77 billion in Q3.
November 04, 2023 | 2:34 pm
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