Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsBlackRock Science and Technology Trust II (BSTZ)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$763,167.00
-0.63%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.05T
BSTZ
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II
$26.56
-2.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BRK-A leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 0.0%. BSTZ trades at a lower P/E of 6.2x. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
BRK-A
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
BSTZ
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 119.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BRK-A
The strongest argument for BRK-A centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 14.3%.
Bull Case : BSTZ
The strongest argument for BSTZ centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : BSTZ
The primary concerns for BSTZ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A is growing revenue faster at 4.4% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BRK-A scores higher overall (61/100 vs 31/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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%).
Visit Website →BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II (BSTZ) is a closed-end fund adeptly managed by BlackRock, focusing on high-growth investment opportunities in the science and technology sectors. The fund targets innovative, forward-thinking companies that are leaders in technological advancements and scientific research, with the objective of maximizing total returns through a well-rounded strategy that emphasizes both capital appreciation and income generation. Leveraging BlackRock's extensive industry expertise, BSTZ provides institutional investors with a unique opportunity for portfolio diversification while aligning with enduring trends in technology and healthcare innovation, positioning them for substantial future growth.
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