Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsMarex Group plc Ordinary Shares (MRX)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$510.37
+0.66%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
MRX
Marex Group plc Ordinary Shares
$73.00
-1.47%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $4.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 10927% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $3.49B). BRK-B leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs 12.2%. BRK-B trades at a lower P/E of 12.8x. BRK-B earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BRK-B
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
MRX
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
Revenue surging 32.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 105.3% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : MRX
The strongest argument for MRX centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 32.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : MRX
The primary concerns for MRX are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.51 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-B profiles as a mature stock while MRX is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRK-B carries more volatility with a beta of 0.60 — expect wider price swings.
MRX is growing revenue faster at 32.1% — 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 →Marex Group plc Ordinary Shares
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Marex Group plc is a premier global commodities brokerage and risk management firm, specializing in comprehensive trading, clearing, and advisory services across essential sectors such as metals, energy, and agricultural commodities. With a robust technological infrastructure and deep market expertise, Marex provides customized solutions to a diverse clientele, including multinational corporations, financial institutions, and hedge funds. As a publicly traded entity, the company is dedicated to operational excellence and seeks to enhance its competitive edge in the commodities trading landscape while delivering sustainable value to its shareholders.
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