Berkshire Hathaway Class A Shares Close Up, Nearing Record Highs on August 29th
Warren Buffett's Conglomerate Sees Solid Gains, Reflecting Investor Confidence
August 31, 2025 – Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Class A (BRK.A), the multinational conglomerate headed by legendary investor Warren Buffett, experienced a strong trading day on Friday, August 29th. The stock closed at an impressive 755,280.00 USD, marking a significant gain of 5,802.44 USD, or 0.77%, from its previous close of 749,477.56 USD. This robust performance signals continued investor confidence in the diversified holdings of the Omaha-based company.
Trading for the exceptionally priced Class A shares began at 750,587.75 USD. The stock quickly demonstrated upward momentum, reaching an intraday high of 759,700.00 USD. While it did experience a dip to a low of 749,530.44 USD, mirroring some market volatility, it successfully recovered to close strongly. The day’s trading pattern saw consistent interest, particularly in the morning, with a late rally pushing the stock back up towards its daily highs. No after-hours data was provided in the image.
Berkshire Hathaway’s market capitalization is a colossal 1.08 trillion (LCr, representing a very large numerical value), firmly cementing its position as one of the largest and most influential companies globally. The company’s P/E ratio stands at 17.26, a figure often considered by investors when evaluating a company’s earnings relative to its share price. As is characteristic of Berkshire Hathaway, neither a dividend yield nor a quarterly dividend amount is listed, reflecting its strategy of reinvesting earnings into its diverse portfolio of businesses.
In terms of its annual performance, Berkshire Hathaway Class A’s 52-week high is an astounding 812,855.00 USD, while its 52-week low is 657,497.50 USD. The closing price of 755,280.00 USD on August 29th positions the stock well within its annual range and relatively close to its all-time highs. This consistent strength underscores the enduring appeal of its value investing philosophy and its collection of stable, cash-generating businesses.
As financial markets prepare for a new week, Berkshire Hathaway’s steady ascent continues to be a focal point for investors, reaffirming the conglomerate’s status as a beacon of long-term value and stability.
