Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsWhiteHorse Finance (WHF)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$764,990.01
+0.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.05T
WHF
WhiteHorse Finance
$6.40
-0.31%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $139.17M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 538231% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $69.73M). BRK-A leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 13.5%. WHF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. WHF earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
BRK-A
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
WHF
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 119.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 67.6%
Earnings expanding 114.0% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 15.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BRK-A
The strongest argument for BRK-A centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 14.3%.
Bull Case : WHF
The strongest argument for WHF centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.01 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 : WHF
The primary concerns for WHF are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a value stock while WHF is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRK-A carries more volatility with a beta of 0.61 — 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
WHF scores higher overall (64/100 vs 61/100). 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%).
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
WhiteHorse Finance, Inc. (WHF) is a prominent business development company focused on delivering tailored financing solutions to private middle-market companies. Established in 2013 and publicly listed since 2014, WHF has cultivated a diverse portfolio largely centered on first and second lien secured debt, aimed at generating stable income and potential capital appreciation for its investors. The company's disciplined investment strategy, combined with a seasoned management team, strategically positions WHF to address the growing capital demands of small to mid-sized businesses, solidifying its status as a reliable partner in the dynamic financial marketplace.
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