Berkshire’s revenues up 13% in Q1

Berkshire Hathaway noted a 13 percent rise (on y-o-y basis) in company revenues for the quarter ending 31 March 2012. The company’s revenues totaled $38.15 billion in the said period.

Net earnings stood at $3.25 billion from $1.5 billion in the same quarter last year. The company operates various diverse portfolios, amongst which its jewellery division comprises of operations such as Ben Bridge Jeweler, Borsheims Fine Jewelry, Helzberg Diamonds and the Richline Group.