Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsWillis Towers Watson PLC (WTW)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$733,550.00
+2.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
WTW
Willis Towers Watson PLC
$263.54
+1.91%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $24.80B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 3693% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $9.90B). BRK-A leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 16.8%. WTW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.08. WTW earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BRK-A
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
WTW
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
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
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 20.5%
Earnings expanding 33.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : WTW
The strongest argument for WTW centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.8% and operating margin at 20.5%. PEG of 1.08 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 : WTW
The primary concerns for WTW are Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a value stock while WTW is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRK-A carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
WTW is growing revenue faster at 8.5% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WTW scores higher overall (74/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 16.8% 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 →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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