Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsEchoStar Corporation (SATS)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$717,386.81
+0.16%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.03T
SATS
EchoStar Corporation
$127.15
+3.69%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $36.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 2402% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $15.00B). BRK-A leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs -96.6%. SATS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BRK-A
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
SATS
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BRK-A.
Margin of Safety
+66.0%
Fair Value
$323.23
Current Price
$127.15
$196.08 discount
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
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -111.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.3%
Earnings declined 85.6%
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 : SATS
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 : SATS
The primary concerns for SATS are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 4.40 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a value stock while SATS is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SATS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — 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 34/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins. SATS offers better value entry with a 66.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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 →EchoStar Corporation
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
EchoStar Corporation provides broadband satellite technologies and broadband Internet services. The company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado.
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