Grupo Aval (AVAL)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)
AVAL
Grupo Aval
$4.80
-2.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $6.59B
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$733,550.00
+2.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Grupo Aval generates 3479% more annual revenue ($13.44T vs $375.39B). BRK-A leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 12.1%. BRK-A trades at a lower P/E of 14.0x. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
AVAL
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
BRK-A
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
19.0% revenue growth
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
Operating margin of 0.0%
Earnings declined 6.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVAL
The strongest argument for AVAL centers on Price/Book, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 19.0% 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 : AVAL
The primary concerns for AVAL are Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 3.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVAL profiles as a growth stock while BRK-A is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRK-A carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
AVAL is growing revenue faster at 19.0% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BRK-A scores higher overall (61/100 vs 43/100), 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.
Grupo Aval
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Grupo Aval Actions y Valores SA offers a range of financial services and products to public and private sector clients in Colombia and Central America. The company is headquartered in Bogot, Colombia.
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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