Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsBlue Owl Capital Corporation (OBDC)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$733,550.00
+2.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.07T
OBDC
Blue Owl Capital Corporation
$11.02
-2.48%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.55B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 20949% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $1.78B). OBDC leads profitability with a 20.2% profit margin vs 19.3%. BRK-A trades at a lower P/E of 14.7x. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
BRK-A
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
OBDC
Buy52
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
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 74.6%
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 4.7% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 14.6%
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 : OBDC
The strongest argument for OBDC centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.2% and operating margin at 74.6%.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : OBDC
The primary concerns for OBDC are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a value stock while OBDC is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
OBDC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — 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 52/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins. 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%).
Visit Website →Blue Owl Capital Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Blue Owl Capital Corporation (OBDC) is a prominent alternative asset management firm focused on private credit and direct lending, catering specifically to institutional investors. With a commitment to delivering tailored investment solutions, the company fosters long-term partnerships across diverse sectors, ensuring alignment of interests with its clients. Backed by a strong portfolio and an adept management team, Blue Owl is well-equipped to seize market opportunities and expertly navigate the private capital landscape, all while maintaining a steadfast dedication to transparency and value creation, solidifying its status as a trusted leader in the investment arena.
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