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Berkshire HathawayXSWX:BRK -0.31%71 EV-to-OCF is 24.84 as of Aug. 23, 2026, which is 45% above its 10-year median of 17.14. GuruFocus rates XSWX:BRK with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF443.18 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 504 Insurance companies, Berkshire Hathaway ranks worse than 86.9% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Berkshire Hathaway's Enterprise Value is CHF920,871 Mil.
Berkshire Hathaway's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF37,078 Mil. Therefore, Berkshire Hathaway's EV-to-OCF for today is 24.84.
The historical rank and industry rank for Berkshire Hathaway's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
XSWX:BRK'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.51 Med: 17.14 Max: 40.67
Current: 24.69
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Berkshire Hathaway was 40.67. The lowest was 9.51. And the median was 17.14.
XSWX:BRK's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 86.9% of 504
companies
in the Insurance industry
Industry Median: 6.425
vs XSWX:BRK: 24.69
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Berkshire Hathaway's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Berkshire Hathaway's share price for today is CHF398.35.
Berkshire Hathaway's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was CHF31.666.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Berkshire Hathaway EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Berkshire Hathaway EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Berkshire Hathaway's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Insurance - Diversified subindustry, Berkshire Hathaway's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Berkshire Hathaway EV-to-OCF vs Insurance Industry
For the Insurance industry and Financial Services sector, Berkshire Hathaway's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Berkshire Hathaway's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Berkshire Hathaway's current Enterprise Value is CHF920,871 Mil.
Berkshire Hathaway's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was CHF37,078 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Berkshire Hathaway (XSWX:BRK) has a EV-to-OCF of 24.84 as of Aug. 23, 2026. This is 45% above median its historical median of 17.14. Over the past decade, Berkshire Hathaway's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.51 to 40.67. According to the industry distribution chart, Berkshire Hathaway ranks #438 out of 504 companies in the Insurance industry, placing it in the top 86.9%.
Is Berkshire Hathaway's EV-to-OCF too high?
Berkshire Hathaway's current EV-to-OCF of 24.84 is 45% above median its 10-year median of 17.14. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.51 to a high of 40.67. The Insurance industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.43. Berkshire Hathaway's value of 24.84 is 286.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Berkshire Hathaway ranks #438 out of 504 companies in the Insurance industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Berkshire Hathaway has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Berkshire Hathaway's EV-to-OCF compare to AIG and HIG?
According to the Insurance industry distribution chart, Berkshire Hathaway ranks #438 out of 504 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Berkshire Hathaway in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 6.43. Berkshire Hathaway's value of 24.84 is 286.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Berkshire Hathaway's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 9.51 to 40.67 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 17.14 vs. the industry median of 6.43, Berkshire Hathaway has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for an Insurance company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Insurance companies is 6.43, based on 504 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Berkshire Hathaway's current EV-to-OCF of 24.84 is 286.6% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Insurance industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 6.43 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Berkshire Hathaway's current EV-to-OCF is 24.84, which is 45% above median its own 10-year median of 17.14. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Berkshire Hathaway stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Berkshire Hathaway (XSWX:BRK) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF443.18, compared to a current price of CHF398.35 — trading 10.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 24.84, which is 45% above median its 10-year median of 17.14 and 286.6% above the Insurance industry median of 6.43. Berkshire Hathaway's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Berkshire Hathaway (XSWX:BRK), the current EV-to-OCF is 24.84 as of Aug. 23, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Berkshire Hathaway (XSWX:BRK) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Berkshire Hathaway stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of CHF398.35 is trading 10.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF443.18.
GuruFocus considers Berkshire Hathaway to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:BRK:
EV-to-OCF: 24.84 (45% above median its 10-year median of 17.14)
GF Value™: CHF443.18 vs. price of CHF398.35 (10.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 286.6% above the Insurance median (#438 of 504)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:BRK stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Berkshire Hathaway is a holding company with a wide array of subsidiaries engaged in diverse activities. The firm's core business segment is insurance, run primarily through Geico, Berkshire Hathaway Reinsurance Group, and Berkshire Hathaway Primary Group. Berkshire has used the excess cash thrown off from its operations to acquire Burlington Northern Santa Fe (railroad), Berkshire Hathaway Energy (utilities and energy distributors), and the companies that make up its manufacturing, service, and retailing operations (which include Precision Castparts, Lubrizol, Clayton Homes, Marmon, and IMC/ISCAR). The conglomerate is unique in that it is run on a completely decentralized basis. Berkshire generated close to $371.4 billion in operating revenue in during 2025.
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