Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsDanaher Corporation (DHR)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$718,250.00
-0.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.04T
DHR
Danaher Corporation
$187.15
-1.55%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $134.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 1412% more annual revenue ($371.44B vs $24.57B). BRK-A leads profitability with a 18.0% profit margin vs 14.7%. DHR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.23. DHR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
BRK-A
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
DHR
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-134.1%
Fair Value
$316589.98
Current Price
$718250.00
$401660.02 premium
Margin of Safety
-38.6%
Fair Value
$135.07
Current Price
$187.15
$52.08 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 33.0%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 5.0B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Generating 1.7B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.7%
Earnings declined 2.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.6% revenue growth
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BRK-A
The strongest argument for BRK-A centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.0% and operating margin at 33.0%.
Bull Case : DHR
The strongest argument for DHR centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.23 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : DHR
The primary concerns for DHR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a declining stock while DHR is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DHR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
DHR is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
DHR scores higher overall (60/100 vs 53/100). 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 →Danaher Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Danaher Corporation is an American globally diversified conglomerate with its headquarters in Washington, D.C.. The company designs, manufactures, and markets professional, medical, industrial, and commercial products and services. The company's 3 platforms are Life Sciences, Diagnostics, and Environmental & Applied Solutions.
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