HOLX vs. BRK-B

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

HOLX (Hologic, Inc.) and BRK-B (Berkshire Hathaway Inc.) are both stocks. HOLX operates in Medical Instruments & Supplies (Healthcare), while BRK-B operates in Insurance - Diversified (Financial Services). At a 0.24 correlation, their price movements are largely independent.

Performance

HOLX vs. BRK-B - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Hologic, Inc. (HOLX) and Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

HOLX

• 1D: —
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

BRK-B

• 1D: 0.26%
• 1M: -0.32%
• YTD: -6.20%
• 6M: -6.94%
• 1Y: -6.23%
• 3Y*: 12.69%
• 5Y*: 10.06%
• 10Y*: 12.82%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

HOLX vs. BRK-B - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
HOLX Hologic, Inc.	2.04%	3.33%	0.90%	-4.49%	-2.29%	5.12%	39.49%	27.03%	-3.86%	6.56%
BRK-B Berkshire Hathaway Inc.	-6.20%	10.89%	27.09%	15.46%	3.31%	28.95%	2.37%	10.93%	3.01%	21.62%

Correlation

The correlation between HOLX and BRK-B is 0.09, meaning there is essentially no relationship between their price movements. Each responds to its own set of market drivers, making them strong candidates for combining in a diversified portfolio.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.09
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.25
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.31
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.32
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since May 10, 1996	0.24

The correlation between HOLX and BRK-B shifts across timeframes, from 0.09 (1 year) to 0.32 (10 years), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Fundamentals

Market Cap HOLX : $17.17B BRK-B : $1.02T
EPS HOLX : $2.41 BRK-B : $33.62
PE Ratio HOLX : 31.54 BRK-B : 14.03
PS Ratio HOLX : 4.16 BRK-B : 2.71
PB Ratio HOLX : 3.27 BRK-B : 1.40
Total Revenue (TTM) HOLX : $4.13B BRK-B : $375.39B
Gross Profit (TTM) HOLX : $2.18B BRK-B : $94.36B
EBITDA (TTM) HOLX : $1.01B BRK-B : $71.92B

Return for Risk

HOLX vs. BRK-B — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

BRK-B

BRK-B Risk / Return Rank: 17
BRK-B Sharpe Ratio Rank: 21
BRK-B Sortino Ratio Rank: 19
BRK-B Omega Ratio Rank: 19
BRK-B Calmar Ratio Rank: 15
BRK-B Martin Ratio Rank: 8

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

HOLX vs. BRK-B - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Hologic, Inc. (HOLX) and Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	HOLX	BRK-B	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	-0.44	—
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	—	0.59	—
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	—	0.66	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	0.48	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	HOLX	BRK-B	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-53.86%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-9.42%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-14.95%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-26.58%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-29.57%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-12.65%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-11.07%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	4.73%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	HOLX	BRK-B	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	3.79%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	10.68%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	14.31%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	17.11%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	19.43%	—

Dividends

HOLX vs. BRK-B - Dividend Comparison

Neither HOLX nor BRK-B has paid dividends to shareholders.

Tickers have no history of dividend payments

Financials

HOLX vs. BRK-B - Profitability Comparison

The chart below illustrates the profitability comparison between Hologic, Inc. and Berkshire Hathaway Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Gross Profit Margin, Operating Margin, and Net Profit Margin.

HOLX - Gross Margin

Gross margin is calculated as gross profit divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Hologic, Inc. reported a gross profit of 586.40M and revenue of 1.05B. Therefore, the gross margin over that period was 56.0%.

BRK-B - Gross Margin

Gross margin is calculated as gross profit divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. reported a gross profit of 26.98B and revenue of 93.68B. Therefore, the gross margin over that period was 28.8%.

HOLX - Operating Margin

Operating margin is calculated as operating income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Hologic, Inc. reported an operating income of 237.00M and revenue of 1.05B, resulting in an operating margin of 22.6%.

BRK-B - Operating Margin

Operating margin is calculated as operating income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. reported an operating income of 15.05B and revenue of 93.68B, resulting in an operating margin of 16.1%.

HOLX - Net Margin

Net margin is calculated as net income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Hologic, Inc. reported a net income of 179.10M and revenue of 1.05B, resulting in a net margin of 17.1%.

BRK-B - Net Margin

Net margin is calculated as net income divided by revenue. For the three months ending on Jun 2026, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. reported a net income of 10.18B and revenue of 93.68B, resulting in a net margin of 10.9%.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both HOLX and BRK-B in my portfolio?

HOLX and BRK-B have a correlation of 0.09, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.