8-KEarnings & ResultsExhibits & Filings

BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Nov 8, 2021)

Filed November 8, 2021For Securities:BRK-BBRK-A

Summary

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B) filed an 8-K on November 8, 2021, to furnish its earnings press release for the third quarter and first nine months ended September 30, 2021, dated November 6, 2021. This filing serves as the primary disclosure for investors seeking updates on the company's financial performance during the period. While the 8-K itself does not contain detailed financial data, it directs investors to the attached press release for comprehensive information regarding operating results and financial condition. Investors should refer to the furnished press release (Exhibit 99.1) for specifics on revenue, earnings, significant business segment performance, and any notable balance sheet changes. This is a standard procedure for Berkshire Hathaway to disseminate quarterly financial updates, and the press release will contain the key metrics and management commentary relevant to understanding the company's performance and outlook.

Key Highlights

  • 1The 8-K filing on November 8, 2021, serves to officially furnish Berkshire Hathaway's Q3 and year-to-date earnings press release dated November 6, 2021.
  • 2Investors need to consult the press release (Exhibit 99.1) for detailed financial results and operational performance for the quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2021.
  • 3The filing does not introduce new material information beyond what is contained in the earnings press release.
  • 4This report is primarily a procedural filing to make the earnings announcement publicly available through the SEC's EDGAR system.
  • 5Key financial metrics, segment performance, and management commentary will be found within the earnings release itself.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally furnish Berkshire Hathaway's earnings press release for the third quarter and first nine months of 2021, which was issued on November 6, 2021. It ensures that this financial information is made available through the SEC's EDGAR system.

The actual financial results, including details on revenues, earnings, and segment performance for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2021, are contained within the earnings press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K.

No, this 8-K filing is primarily a procedural step to disseminate the previously issued earnings press release. It does not contain any new material information or operational updates beyond what is disclosed in the press release itself.

In this context, 'furnished' means that the press release is being submitted to the SEC for public disclosure but is generally not considered 'filed' in the same way as other sections of an 8-K that might trigger specific legal liabilities under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. It's a common way for companies to provide timely updates to investors.