Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited (AHL-P-D)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)
AHL-P-D
Aspen Insurance Holdings Limited
$18.56
-0.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.25B
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$502.52
-0.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.08T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 11848% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $3.22B). BRK-B leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs 10.6%. BRK-B earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
AHL-P-D
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
BRK-B
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
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
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Earnings expanding 107.8% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 7.6%
Earnings declined 48.2%
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, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.3% and operating margin at 32.6%.
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 Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AHL-P-D profiles as a declining stock while BRK-B is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRK-B carries more volatility with a beta of 0.61 — expect wider price swings.
BRK-B is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-B generates stronger free cash flow (5.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BRK-B scores higher overall (74/100 vs 45/100), backed by strong 22.3% margins. Both earn "Strong 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 (AHL-P-D) offers institutional investors a compelling opportunity through its 5.625% Perpetual Non-Cumulative Preference Shares, providing a steady fixed dividend yield. The company's strong emphasis on rigorous risk management in the insurance and reinsurance sectors underpins its commitment to financial stability and sustainable growth. With a robust capital structure that ensures liquidity and positions the firm for strategic initiatives, AHL-P-D serves as an appealing choice for investors seeking both reliable income and potential growth in a complex market landscape.
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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