Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsFirst Trust High Yield Opportunities 2027 Term Fund (FTHY)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$763,600.01
-0.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
FTHY
First Trust High Yield Opportunities 2027 Term Fund
$13.03
-0.31%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $476.58M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BRK-A leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs 0.0%. BRK-A trades at a lower P/E of 12.8x. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BRK-A
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
FTHY
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
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 32.6%
Earnings expanding 107.8% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 4.8% — 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 22.3% and operating margin at 32.6%.
Bull Case : FTHY
The strongest argument for FTHY centers on Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : FTHY
The primary concerns for FTHY are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a mature stock while FTHY is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRK-A is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BRK-A scores higher overall (74/100 vs 34/100), backed by strong 22.3% margins. Both earn "Strong 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 →First Trust High Yield Opportunities 2027 Term Fund
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
The First Trust High Yield Opportunities 2027 Term Fund (FTHY) is a closed-end fund designed for institutional investors seeking high-yield income through a diversified portfolio of below-investment-grade bonds. With a targeted termination date in 2027, FTHY offers a clear investment horizon while utilizing comprehensive credit analysis to identify growth opportunities in the high-yield space. The fund emphasizes robust risk management to minimize volatility and aims to deliver both attractive risk-adjusted returns and reliable income, making it an advantageous addition to income-oriented investment strategies.
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