Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsFS KKR Capital Corp (FSK)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$705,940.00
+0.85%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
FSK
FS KKR Capital Corp
$11.50
-1.03%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 24613% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $1.52B). BRK-A leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 0.7%. FSK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.27. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BRK-A
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
FSK
Buy55
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
Strong operational efficiency at 75.6%
Earnings expanding 33.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.2% — below average capital efficiency
0.7% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : FSK
The strongest argument for FSK centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : FSK
The primary concerns for FSK are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 290.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FSK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — 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.
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Bottom Line
BRK-A scores higher overall (59/100 vs 55/100), 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 →FS KKR Capital Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
FS KKR Capital Corp (FSK) is a leading diversified closed-end management investment company that focuses on providing customized financial solutions to middle-market enterprises. Backed by its strategic relationship with KKR, a globally recognized investment firm, FSK has access to a diverse array of investment opportunities, including senior and subordinated debt as well as equity investments. The company prioritizes yield generation and capital preservation through disciplined credit underwriting and robust portfolio management practices, aiming for attractive risk-adjusted returns. With a proven track record of successfully deploying capital throughout varying economic cycles, FSK is well-positioned to adapt to changing market conditions and leverage growth opportunities.
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