Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsMidCap Financial Investment Corporation (MFIC)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$505.43
+0.05%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
MFIC
MidCap Financial Investment Corporation
$8.88
+0.06%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $746.30M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 127710% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $300.98M). BRK-B leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs -9.8%. MFIC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.12. BRK-B earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BRK-B
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
MFIC
Hold40
out of 100
Grade: D
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 87.7%
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : MFIC
The strongest argument for MFIC centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MFIC
The primary concerns for MFIC are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-B profiles as a mature stock while MFIC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
MFIC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
BRK-B is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — 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 40/100), backed by strong 22.3% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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%).
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
MidCap Financial Investment Corporation (MFIC) is a premier specialty finance firm that specializes in delivering tailored financing solutions to middle-market companies across diverse sectors. With a commitment to innovative investment strategies, MFIC seeks to optimize portfolio returns while maintaining a strong emphasis on rigorous risk management and capital preservation. Led by an experienced management team with profound industry knowledge, the company adeptly identifies lucrative investment opportunities, positioning itself as a reliable partner for businesses in need of growth capital. MFIC's focus on operational excellence enables it to adeptly navigate the complexities of a dynamic market environment, further enhancing its appeal to institutional investors.
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