BGC Group Inc. (BGC)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)
BGC
BGC Group Inc.
$10.56
-0.17%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.68B
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$733,550.00
+2.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.07T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 12011% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $3.10B). BRK-A leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 5.9%. BGC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.60. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
BGC
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
BRK-A
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 44.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 54.8% 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
5.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BGC
The strongest argument for BGC centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 44.3% 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 : BGC
The primary concerns for BGC are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.62 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BGC profiles as a hypergrowth stock while BRK-A is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BGC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
BGC is growing revenue faster at 44.3% — 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 60/100), backed by strong 19.3% 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.
BGC Group Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
BGC Group Inc. (BGC) is a leading global brokerage and financial technology firm, specializing in fixed income, foreign exchange, and derivatives markets. With a strong emphasis on inter-dealer broking, BGC leverages cutting-edge technology to provide innovative solutions that enhance liquidity for a diverse clientele, including financial institutions, hedge funds, and corporations. Its commitment to operational excellence and sustainable growth strategically positions BGC as a market leader, offering institutional investors a compelling opportunity to engage with a forward-thinking player in the evolving financial services sector.
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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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