Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsRobinhood Markets Inc (HOOD)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$502.52
-0.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.08T
HOOD
Robinhood Markets Inc
$104.81
-1.24%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $93.74B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 7700% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $4.93B). HOOD leads profitability with a 42.0% profit margin vs 22.3%. HOOD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.49. BRK-B earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BRK-B
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
HOOD
Strong Buy72
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
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Earnings expanding 107.8% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 43.9%
Revenue surging 32.3% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Earnings expanding 47.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BRK-B
The strongest argument for BRK-B centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.3% and operating margin at 32.6%.
Bull Case : HOOD
The strongest argument for HOOD centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 42.0% and operating margin at 43.9%. Revenue growth of 32.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : HOOD
The primary concerns for HOOD are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 48.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.92 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-B profiles as a mature stock while HOOD is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HOOD carries more volatility with a beta of 2.32 — expect wider price swings.
HOOD is growing revenue faster at 32.3% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-B generates stronger free cash flow (5.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BRK-B scores higher overall (74/100 vs 72/100), backed by strong 22.3% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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 →Robinhood Markets Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Robinhood Markets Inc (HOOD) is a leading fintech company revolutionizing retail investing since 2013 with its innovative, commission-free trading platform. By offering a diverse range of investment products—including stocks, ETFs, options, and cryptocurrencies—Robinhood caters to a broad demographic, particularly engaging younger investors. The company is committed to financial education and inclusivity, further solidified by its unique features like fractional shares and advanced cash management solutions. With a focus on transparency and efficiency, Robinhood is well-positioned as a key player in the evolving digital brokerage landscape.
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