Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsPennantPark Investment Corporation (PNNT)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$780,297.19
+0.84%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
PNNT
PennantPark Investment Corporation
$3.48
-0.29%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $231.15M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 366593% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $104.91M). BRK-A leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs 9.7%. PNNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.28. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BRK-A
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
PNNT
Buy50
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 32.6%
Earnings expanding 107.8% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 72.2%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 16.2%
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 : PNNT
The strongest argument for PNNT centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 0.28 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PNNT
The primary concerns for PNNT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a mature stock while PNNT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
PNNT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
BRK-A is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BRK-A scores higher overall (74/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 22.3% margins. Both earn "Strong 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 →PennantPark Investment Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
PennantPark Investment Corporation (PNNT) is a publicly traded business development company focused on delivering tailored debt and equity financing solutions to middle-market companies. The firm specializes in senior secured loans, subordinated debt, and equity investments, targeting high-growth sectors while adhering to a disciplined risk management framework. Leveraging a team of seasoned investment professionals, PennantPark effectively identifies attractive opportunities within the private credit market. With a commitment to providing consistent dividend income and driving long-term capital appreciation, PNNT presents a compelling option for institutional investors aiming to diversify portfolios amidst evolving economic conditions.
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