Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsOaktree Specialty Lending Corp (OCSL)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$505.48
+0.05%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
OCSL
Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp
$12.10
+0.17%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 131539% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $292.23M). BRK-B leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs 14.4%. OCSL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.93. BRK-B earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BRK-B
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
OCSL
Buy57
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 81.6%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.6% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
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 : OCSL
The strongest argument for OCSL centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.93 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : OCSL
The primary concerns for OCSL are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-B profiles as a mature stock while OCSL is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRK-B carries more volatility with a beta of 0.60 — 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 57/100), 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 →Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp (OCSL) is a publicly traded business development company that specializes in providing customized financing solutions for middle-market enterprises. Backed by the extensive expertise of Oaktree Capital Management, OCSL employs a disciplined investment strategy centered on securing attractive risk-adjusted returns primarily through secured debt instruments. The company boasts a diversified portfolio spanning multiple sectors, with a strong emphasis on credit quality and strategic risk management practices. This positions OCSL as an appealing option for institutional investors seeking reliable income and stability in the dynamic specialty lending landscape.
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