Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsBlackstone Secured Lending Fund (BXSL)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$733,550.00
+2.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.07T
BXSL
Blackstone Secured Lending Fund
$23.57
-0.97%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 26972% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $1.39B). BXSL leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 19.3%. BXSL trades at a lower P/E of 12.5x. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
BRK-A
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
BXSL
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 87.0%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 7.2% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 9.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : BXSL
The strongest argument for BXSL centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 87.0%.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : BXSL
The primary concerns for BXSL are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a value stock while BXSL is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRK-A carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
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.
Bottom Line
BRK-A scores higher overall (61/100 vs 50/100), 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.
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 →Blackstone Secured Lending Fund
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Blackstone Secured Lending Fund (BXSL) is a closed-end investment fund that specializes in originating and acquiring senior secured loans primarily for U.S. middle-market companies. Affiliated with the prestigious Blackstone Group, BXSL leverages extensive market insights and a vast network to deliver strong risk-adjusted returns while prioritizing capital preservation and reliable income. With a disciplined investment approach, rigorous underwriting standards, and a seasoned management team, BXSL offers institutional investors an attractive opportunity for portfolio diversification and consistent cash flow, positioning itself as a vital player in the private credit market.
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