Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited (AHL-P-D)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)
AHL-P-D
Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited
$20.20
-1.22%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.25B
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$470.29
-0.88%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.04T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 11560% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $3.22B). BRK-B leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 10.6%. BRK-B earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
AHL-P-D
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
BRK-B
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 30.2%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 7.6%
Earnings declined 48.2%
4.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AHL-P-D
The strongest argument for AHL-P-D centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity.
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 : AHL-P-D
The primary concerns for AHL-P-D are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AHL-P-D profiles as a declining stock while BRK-B is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRK-B carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
BRK-B is growing revenue faster at 4.4% — 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 45/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited 5.625% Perpetual Non-Cumulative Preference Shares (AHL-P-D) offer a compelling investment opportunity with a reliable fixed dividend yield, catering to income-focused institutional investors in today's fluctuating market landscape. Leveraging its extensive experience in insurance and reinsurance, Aspen adeptly manages risk, enhancing financial stability and growth prospects. The company's solid capital foundation ensures ample liquidity and positions it for strategic initiatives, reinforcing AHL-P-D as a favorable choice for investors seeking both stability and consistent returns.
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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