Amphenol Corporation (APH)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)
APH
Amphenol Corporation
$128.03
-6.29%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $168.07B
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$717,386.81
+0.16%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.03T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 1349% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $25.90B). BRK-A leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 17.2%. APH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.17. APH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
APH
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
BRK-A
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+53.5%
Fair Value
$313.74
Current Price
$128.03
$185.71 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BRK-A.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Revenue surging 58.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 27.3%
Earnings expanding 24.1% YoY
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 11.3x book value
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APH
The strongest argument for APH centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.2% and operating margin at 27.3%. Revenue growth of 58.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : BRK-A
The strongest argument for BRK-A centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 14.3%.
Bear Case : APH
The primary concerns for APH are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APH profiles as a growth stock while BRK-A is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
APH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.30 — expect wider price swings.
APH is growing revenue faster at 58.4% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
APH scores higher overall (74/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 17.2% margins and 58.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Amphenol Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Amphenol Corporation is a major producer of electronic and fiber optic connectors, cable and interconnect systems such as coaxial cables. Amphenol is a portmanteau from the corporation's original name, American Phenolic Corp.
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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