Berkshire Hathaway Inc. News Release

Berkshire’s operating results for the second quarter and first six months of 2026 and 2025 are summarized in the following paragraphs. However, we urge investors and reporters to read our 10-Q, which has been posted at www.berkshirehathaway.com . The limited information that follows in this press release is not adequate for making an informed investment judgment.

Earnings of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. and its consolidated subsidiaries for the second quarter and first six months of 2026 and 2025 are summarized below. Earnings are stated on an after-tax basis. (Dollar amounts are in millions, except for per share amounts). Second Quarter First Six Months 2026 2025 2026 2025 Net earnings attributable to Berkshire shareholders $ 25,667 $ 12,370 $ 35,773 $ 16,973 Net earnings includes: Investment gains (losses) 12,684 4,970 11,444 (68 ) Other-than-temporary impairment of investment in Kraft Heinz — (3,760 ) — (3,760 ) Operating earnings 12,983 11,160 24,329 20,801 Net earnings attributable to Berkshire shareholders $ 25,667 $ 12,370 $ 35,773 $ 16,973 Net earnings per average equivalent Class A Share $ 17,868 $ 8,601 $ 24,889 $ 11,801 Net earnings per average equivalent Class B Share $ 11.91 $ 5.73 $ 16.59 $ 7.87 Average equivalent Class A shares outstanding 1,436,443 1,438,223 1,437,279 1,438,223 Average equivalent Class B shares outstanding 2,154,664,073 2,157,335,139 2,155,918,015 2,157,335,139 Note: Per share amounts for Class B shares are 1/1,500(th) of those shown for Class A shares.