Airbnb Inc (ABNB)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)
ABNB
Airbnb Inc
$141.49
+0.73%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $83.51B
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$475.94
+0.18%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 2967% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $12.24B). ABNB leads profitability with a 20.5% profit margin vs 19.3%. ABNB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.31. BRK-B earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ABNB
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
BRK-B
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+41.6%
Fair Value
$240.68
Current Price
$141.49
$99.19 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BRK-B.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 119.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 10.4x book value
Earnings declined 23.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
4.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ABNB
The strongest argument for ABNB centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.5% and operating margin at 9.7%. Revenue growth of 12.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : BRK-B
The strongest argument for BRK-B centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 14.3%.
Bear Case : ABNB
The primary concerns for ABNB are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ABNB profiles as a mature stock while BRK-B is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ABNB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
ABNB is growing revenue faster at 12.0% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-B generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BRK-B scores higher overall (62/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins. ABNB offers better value entry with a 41.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Airbnb Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · TRAVEL SERVICES · USA
Airbnb, Inc. is an American company that operates an online marketplace for lodging, primarily homestays for vacation rentals, and tourism activities, based in San Francisco, California.
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. is an American multinational conglomerate holding company headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, United States. The company wholly owns GEICO, Duracell, Dairy Queen, BNSF, Lubrizol, Fruit of the Loom, Helzberg Diamonds, Long & Foster, FlightSafety International, Pampered Chef, Forest River, and NetJets, and also owns 38.6% of Pilot Flying J; and significant minority holdings in public companies Kraft Heinz Company (26.7%), American Express (18.8%), The Coca-Cola Company (9.32%), Bank of America (11.9%), and Apple (6.3%).
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