Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsTC Energy Corp (TRP)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$479.33
-0.14%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.04T
TRP
TC Energy Corp
$64.08
+0.02%
ENERGY · Cap: $66.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 2337% more annual revenue ($371.44B vs $15.24B). TRP leads profitability with a 23.1% profit margin vs 18.0%. TRP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 4.61. TRP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BRK-B
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
TRP
Buy59
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
-216.8%
Fair Value
$19.23
Current Price
$64.08
$44.85 premium
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
Strong operational efficiency at 45.4%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.7%
Earnings declined 2.5%
Moderate valuation
0.5% earnings growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 18.0% and operating margin at 33.0%.
Bull Case : TRP
The strongest argument for TRP centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.1% and operating margin at 45.4%. Revenue growth of 16.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TRP
The primary concerns for TRP are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 2.23 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-B profiles as a declining stock while TRP is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.00 — expect wider price swings.
TRP is growing revenue faster at 16.5% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-B generates stronger free cash flow (5.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TRP scores higher overall (59/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 23.1% margins and 16.5% revenue growth. 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%).
TC Energy Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
TC Energy Corporation is an energy infrastructure company in North America. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
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