Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsKKR & Co LP (KKR)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$717,386.81
+0.16%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.03T
KKR
KKR & Co LP
$102.52
+2.17%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $92.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 1379% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $25.38B). BRK-A leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 11.7%. KKR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.54. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BRK-A
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
KKR
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 5.4%
Earnings declined 2.2%
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 : KKR
The strongest argument for KKR centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 0.54 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : KKR
The primary concerns for KKR are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. A P/E of 42.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a value stock while KKR is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
KKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.85 — 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.
Bottom Line
BRK-A scores higher overall (59/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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 →KKR & Co LP
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
KKR & Co. LP, established in 1976, is a premier global investment firm renowned for its diversified investment strategies spanning private equity, credit, and real assets. Leveraging its deep industry insights and vast global network, KKR effectively identifies and capitalizes on complex market opportunities, driving sustainable long-term value for its portfolio companies. The firm is also a leader in sustainable investing, rigorously incorporating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria into its investment processes to ensure robust performance while fostering responsible growth in the financial markets. KKR’s commitment to innovative investment solutions and operational excellence positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of global finance.
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