Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsFirst Trust High Yield Opportunities 2027 Term Fund (FTHY)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$710,300.00
-0.22%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
FTHY
First Trust High Yield Opportunities 2027 Term Fund
$13.59
-1.02%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $504.89M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BRK-A leads profitability with a 18.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. FTHY trades at a lower P/E of 13.3x. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
BRK-A
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
FTHY
Avoid33
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 33.0%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 5.0B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.7%
Earnings declined 2.5%
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — 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 : FTHY
The strongest argument for FTHY centers on P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : FTHY
The primary concerns for FTHY are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a declining stock while FTHY is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FTHY is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BRK-A scores higher overall (51/100 vs 33/100), backed by strong 18.0% 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 →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 investment fund designed to deliver high-yield income through a diversified portfolio of below-investment-grade bonds. With a defined termination date in 2027, FTHY provides investors with an exit strategy and capitalizes on credit market opportunities while implementing stringent credit assessments and risk management practices. This strategic approach aims to navigate market fluctuations effectively, delivering attractive risk-adjusted returns and consistent income, making it an appealing choice for income-focused institutional investors seeking to enhance their portfolios.
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