Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsLockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$479.33
-0.14%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.04T
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$624.20
+2.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $144.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 395% more annual revenue ($371.44B vs $75.05B). BRK-B leads profitability with a 18.0% profit margin vs 6.7%. LMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. LMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
BRK-B
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
LMT
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-134.4%
Fair Value
$210.94
Current Price
$479.33
$268.39 premium
Margin of Safety
+37.5%
Fair Value
$1005.26
Current Price
$624.20
$381.06 discount
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
Every $100 of equity generates 77 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.7%
Earnings declined 2.5%
Moderate valuation
1.6% earnings growth
6.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
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 18.0% and operating margin at 33.0%.
Bull Case : LMT
The strongest argument for LMT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : LMT
The primary concerns for LMT are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 3.23 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-B profiles as a declining stock while LMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRK-B carries more volatility with a beta of 0.69 — expect wider price swings.
LMT is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-B generates stronger free cash flow (5.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LMT scores higher overall (65/100 vs 54/100). 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%).
Lockheed Martin Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Lockheed Martin Corporation is an American aerospace, defense, information security, and technology company with worldwide interests. It is headquartered in North Bethesda, Maryland, in the Washington, D.C., area.
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