Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsNew Mountain Finance Corporation (NMFC)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$733,550.00
+2.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.07T
NMFC
New Mountain Finance Corporation
$7.83
-2.25%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $735.78M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 120911% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $310.21M). BRK-A leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs -18.6%. NMFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
BRK-A
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
NMFC
Hold46
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 84.5%
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 19.7%
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 : NMFC
The strongest argument for NMFC centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.34 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 : NMFC
The primary concerns for NMFC are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a value stock while NMFC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRK-A carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — 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 (61/100 vs 46/100), 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 →New Mountain Finance Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
New Mountain Finance Corporation (NMFC) is a distinguished business development company specializing in tailored debt and equity financing solutions for middle-market enterprises across various industries. Supported by New Mountain Capital, NMFC adopts a rigorous investment approach that emphasizes capital preservation and the generation of sustainable income, striving to achieve attractive risk-adjusted returns for its investors. The company is characterized by its experienced management team and a strategic focus on enhancing shareholder value while cultivating resilience and growth within its investment portfolio, solidifying its position as a key player in the competitive middle-market landscape.
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