Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsBlue Owl Capital Corporation (OBDC)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$520.66
+0.75%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
OBDC
Blue Owl Capital Corporation
$11.11
+0.36%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 22543% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $1.70B). BRK-B leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs 17.0%. 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
OBDC
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
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 74.7%
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 4.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 17.4%
Earnings declined 50.7%
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 : OBDC
The strongest argument for OBDC centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.0% and operating margin at 74.7%.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : OBDC
The primary concerns for OBDC are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-B profiles as a mature stock while OBDC is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
OBDC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.68 — 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 50/100), backed by strong 22.3% 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 →Blue Owl Capital Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Blue Owl Capital Corporation (OBDC) is a prominent alternative asset management firm focused on private credit and direct lending, catering specifically to institutional investors. With a commitment to delivering tailored investment solutions, the company fosters long-term partnerships across diverse sectors, ensuring alignment of interests with its clients. Backed by a strong portfolio and an adept management team, Blue Owl is well-equipped to seize market opportunities and expertly navigate the private capital landscape, all while maintaining a steadfast dedication to transparency and value creation, solidifying its status as a trusted leader in the investment arena.
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