Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsGladstone Capital Corporation (GLAD)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$773,825.01
+0.27%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
GLAD
Gladstone Capital Corporation
$19.42
-0.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $439.89M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 388732% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $98.93M). GLAD leads profitability with a 48.7% profit margin vs 22.3%. GLAD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.31. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BRK-A
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
GLAD
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 49 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 74.3%
Earnings expanding 68.8% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : GLAD
The strongest argument for GLAD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 48.7% and operating margin at 74.3%. Revenue growth of 13.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : GLAD
The primary concerns for GLAD are PEG Ratio, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLAD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.93 — expect wider price swings.
GLAD is growing revenue faster at 13.1% — 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 66/100), backed by strong 22.3% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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 →Gladstone Capital Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Gladstone Capital Corporation (GLAD) is a leading publicly traded business development company that focuses on delivering tailored debt and equity financing to lower middle-market enterprises, facilitating their growth and strategic initiatives. Committed to a disciplined investment strategy centered on capital preservation, GLAD seeks to provide investors with attractive risk-adjusted returns through a diverse array of financing options, including term loans and equity investments. With a seasoned management team equipped with deep industry expertise, Gladstone Capital is strategically positioned to adapt to evolving market conditions, fostering enduring partnerships with portfolio companies and driving sustainable value creation.
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