Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsStellus Capital Investment (SCM)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$733,550.00
+2.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
SCM
Stellus Capital Investment
$8.95
+3.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $256.47M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 373501% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $100.48M). SCM leads profitability with a 23.6% profit margin vs 19.3%. SCM trades at a lower P/E of 10.7x. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
BRK-A
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
SCM
Hold47
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 71.7%
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : SCM
The strongest argument for SCM centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.6% and operating margin at 71.7%.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SCM
The primary concerns for SCM are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a value stock while SCM is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
SCM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — 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 47/100), 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%).
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Stellus Capital Investment Corporation (SCM) is a prominent business development company specializing in providing customized debt and equity financing to private middle-market firms. Renowned for its robust investment management strategy, Stellus seeks to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns while ensuring capital preservation for its investors. The company's diversified portfolio features senior secured loans, subordinated debt, and equity investments across various sectors, enabling it to adeptly navigate evolving market conditions. By focusing on consistent income generation and effective risk management practices, Stellus presents a compelling opportunity for institutional investors looking for resilience in a competitive investment environment.
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