Berkshire Hathaway: Analyst Recommendations and Hedge Fund Activity

Strong Buy Recommendations from Analysts

The majority of analysts covering Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK.A, BRK.B) recommend buying the stock. According to a survey of analysts by TipRanks, 10 out of 11 analysts have a "buy" rating on Berkshire Hathaway, with one analyst maintaining a "hold" rating.

Hedge Fund Activity

Hedge funds have been mixed in their recent trading of Berkshire Hathaway stock. While Coatue Management liquidated its entire stake in Apple Inc. (AAPL) during the first quarter of 2023, Viking Global Investors significantly increased its position in Berkshire Hathaway.

Price Target

The lone analyst with a 12-month price target for Berkshire Hathaway has set a target of $477 per share. This target represents a potential upside of approximately 10% from the current market price.

Recent Performance

Berkshire Hathaway has outperformed the S&P 500 index in recent years. Over the past five years, the stock has returned an average of 15% per year, compared to 10% for the S&P 500.