Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A, NYSE: BRK.B) has seen a decline of over 10% in market value since CEO Warren Buffett announced his retirement plans at the annual meeting. As of early May 2025, Berkshire’s stock reached an all-time high, contrasting with a bear market for the S&P 500 earlier that month.
Despite the recent dip, Berkshire Hathaway’s market capitalization remains over $1 trillion, with around $348 billion in cash and short-term investments, alongside a stock portfolio valued at $279.4 billion. The company’s operating businesses are valued at approximately $421.6 billion with a trading valuation of under 13 times earnings.
Buffett’s successor, Greg Abel, will assume leadership while maintaining existing management structures, with Buffett still in an executive chairman role. Analysts question whether Berkshire can retain its investment appeal post-Buffett, raising prospects that the recent share price drop may present a buying opportunity despite declining attractiveness compared to a year ago.
