Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsWillis Towers Watson PLC (WTW)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$712,064.33
-0.13%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
WTW
Willis Towers Watson PLC
$256.20
-11.69%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $27.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 3726% more annual revenue ($371.44B vs $9.71B). BRK-A leads profitability with a 18.0% profit margin vs 16.5%. WTW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.08. WTW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
BRK-A
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
WTW
Buy62
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 33.0%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 5.0B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 35.4%
Every $100 of equity generates 20 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.7%
Earnings declined 2.5%
Revenue declined 3.3%
Earnings declined 38.2%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 18.0% and operating margin at 33.0%.
Bull Case : WTW
The strongest argument for WTW centers on Operating Margin, Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.5% and operating margin at 35.4%. PEG of 1.08 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WTW
The primary concerns for WTW are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
BRK-A is growing revenue faster at -0.7% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WTW scores higher overall (62/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 16.5% 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 →Willis Towers Watson PLC
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE BROKERS · USA
Willis Towers Watson PLC (WTW) is a premier global advisory, broking, and solutions firm specializing in risk management, insurance, and consulting services. Operating in over 140 countries, WTW combines advanced data analytics and innovative technology to provide customized solutions in critical areas such as health, retirement, and talent management. Serving a wide array of clients from multinational corporations to smaller businesses, WTW is committed to driving sustainable growth and enhancing client engagement, positioning itself as a trusted advisor in a complex and rapidly changing market environment. Its strategic initiatives aim to address the evolving needs of clients, solidifying its role as a leader in the industry.
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