Berkshire Hathaway profits double to $25.67 billion, following Kraft Heinz write-down

Berkshire Hathaway released its second-quarter earnings report on August 9, 2026.

Net earnings for the period more than doubled to $25.67 billion.

Stronger operating earnings drove the company's improved performance.

The previous year's second-quarter results included a $3.76 billion impairment charge related to Kraft Heinz.

This prior write-down created a lower baseline that contributed to the significant year-over-year growth.