BlackRock Inc (BLK)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)
BLK
BlackRock Inc
$1,066.93
-2.17%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $175.42B
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$503.61
+0.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 1309% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $27.30B). BLK leads profitability with a 24.1% profit margin vs 22.3%. BLK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.89. BLK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
BLK
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
BRK-B
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 35.1%
Revenue surging 30.6% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BLK
The strongest argument for BLK centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.1% and operating margin at 35.1%. Revenue growth of 30.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : BLK
The primary concerns for BLK are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BLK profiles as a growth stock while BRK-B is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BLK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
BLK is growing revenue faster at 30.6% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-B generates stronger free cash flow (5.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BLK scores higher overall (78/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 24.1% margins and 30.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
BlackRock Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
BlackRock, Inc. is an American multinational investment management corporation based in New York City.
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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