Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsGilead Sciences Inc (GILD)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$475.94
+0.18%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
GILD
Gilead Sciences Inc
$131.33
-2.04%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $166.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 1175% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $29.44B). GILD leads profitability with a 28.9% profit margin vs 19.3%. GILD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.38. GILD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
BRK-B
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
GILD
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for BRK-B.
Margin of Safety
+43.2%
Fair Value
$236.08
Current Price
$131.33
$104.75 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 41 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 23.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.7% revenue growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BRK-B
The strongest argument for BRK-B centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 14.3%.
Bull Case : GILD
The strongest argument for GILD centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.9% and operating margin at 37.4%. PEG of 0.38 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : GILD
The primary concerns for GILD are Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-B carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
GILD is growing revenue faster at 4.7% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-B generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GILD scores higher overall (72/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 28.9% 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 →Gilead Sciences Inc
HEALTHCARE · DRUG MANUFACTURERS - GENERAL · USA
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is an American biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Foster City, California, that focuses on researching and developing antiviral drugs used in the treatment of HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and influenza, including Harvoni and Sovaldi.
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