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BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Mar 4, 2014)

Filed March 4, 2014For Securities:BRK-BBRK-A

Summary

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B) filed an 8-K on March 4, 2014, reporting on events that occurred on March 1, 2014. The primary purpose of this filing was to furnish investors with important financial information, specifically the company's earnings release for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2013. In addition to the earnings announcement, Berkshire Hathaway also made its 2013 Annual Report to Shareholders available on its website and furnished a copy with this filing. These documents provide crucial insights into the company's financial performance, operational results, and overall condition for the preceding fiscal year, allowing investors to assess the company's profitability, asset base, and strategic direction.

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing furnishes Berkshire Hathaway's earnings release for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2013.
  • 2Filing includes the company's 2013 Annual Report to Shareholders as an exhibit.
  • 3Information provided allows investors to review the company's financial performance and condition.
  • 4The earliest event reported is March 1, 2014, with the filing dated March 3, 2014.
  • 5Key financial figures and operational highlights for 2013 are made available to the public.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to officially provide the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) with Berkshire Hathaway's earnings release for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2013, and its 2013 Annual Report to Shareholders. This ensures these important financial documents are accessible to investors and the public.

The earnings release covers the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year ended December 31, 2013.

The detailed financial information is contained within the furnished exhibits: Exhibit 99.1 (Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Earnings Release Dated March 1, 2014) and Exhibit 99.2 (Berkshire Hathaway Inc. 2013 Annual Report).

The 8-K filing was signed by Marc D. Hamburg, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, on March 4, 2014.