Does Berkshire's Building Products Arm Aid Its Manufacturing Business?

Key Takeaways BRK.B's building-products unit contributes 34-38% of manufacturing revenues and 35-45% of earnings.Diversified exposure across housing and construction helps BRK.B weather sector cyclicality.BRK.B shares have risen 8.7% YTD but face valuation concerns with a P/B ratio above the industry average.Berkshire Hathaway’s (BRK.B) manufacturing operations are a vital pillar of its long-term growth strategy, contributing significantly to revenues, earnings stability and diversification. Spanning indust ...