Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsGladstone Investment Corporation (GAIN)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$712,064.33
-0.13%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
GAIN
Gladstone Investment Corporation
$16.61
+1.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $617.24M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 366096% more annual revenue ($371.44B vs $101.43M). GAIN leads profitability with a 118.5% profit margin vs 18.0%. GAIN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 5.41. GAIN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
BRK-A
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
GAIN
Buy65
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
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 119 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 58.5% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
17.3% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.7%
Earnings declined 2.5%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : GAIN
The strongest argument for GAIN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 118.5% and operating margin at 15.8%. Revenue growth of 17.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : GAIN
The primary concerns for GAIN are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a declining stock while GAIN is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GAIN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
GAIN is growing revenue faster at 17.3% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GAIN scores higher overall (65/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 118.5% margins and 17.3% revenue growth. 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%).
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Gladstone Investment Corporation (GAIN) is a publicly traded business development company that specializes in providing customized financing solutions to small and mid-sized private enterprises through a mix of debt and equity investments. With a diversified portfolio spanning various sectors, GAIN is dedicated to delivering both stable income and capital appreciation to its shareholders. As part of the esteemed Gladstone family of funds, the company emphasizes rigorous risk management and alignment with investor interests, supported by a seasoned management team and robust industry connections, positioning it as a significant player in the alternative investment landscape.
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