Enact Holdings Inc (ACT)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)
ACT
Enact Holdings Inc
$44.18
+0.39%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $6.19B
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$712,064.33
-0.13%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 29956% more annual revenue ($371.44B vs $1.24B). ACT leads profitability with a 54.6% profit margin vs 18.0%. ACT trades at a lower P/E of 9.7x. ACT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ACT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
BRK-A
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 55 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.3%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 33.0%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 5.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
3.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.7%
Earnings declined 2.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACT
The strongest argument for ACT centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 54.6% and operating margin at 75.3%.
Bull Case : BRK-A
The strongest argument for BRK-A centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.0% and operating margin at 33.0%.
Bear Case : ACT
The primary concerns for ACT are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACT profiles as a value stock while BRK-A is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRK-A carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
ACT is growing revenue faster at 3.6% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ACT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 54.6% margins. 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.
Enact Holdings Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - SPECIALTY · USA
Enact Holdings Inc (ACT) is a premier provider of private mortgage insurance and risk management solutions, focusing on the U.S. housing sector. The company plays a critical role in facilitating homeownership and promoting sustainable housing initiatives, utilizing its strong capital position and strategic alliances to navigate market complexities. With a commitment to innovation and technological advancement, Enact is well-equipped to adapt to industry dynamics, positioning itself to seize growth opportunities while enhancing lender capabilities and effectively managing risk exposure.
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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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