Acadian Asset Management Inc (AAMI)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)
AAMI
Acadian Asset Management Inc
$91.90
-2.35%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.28B
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$503.61
+0.32%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 57445% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $668.50M). BRK-B leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs 15.2%. BRK-B trades at a lower P/E of 12.8x. BRK-B earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
AAMI
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
BRK-B
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 112 in profit
Revenue surging 45.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 171.4% YoY
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
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 35.5x book value
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAMI
The strongest argument for AAMI centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.2% and operating margin at 17.6%. Revenue growth of 45.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull 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%.
Bear Case : AAMI
The primary concerns for AAMI are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.80 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAMI profiles as a growth stock while BRK-B is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
AAMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
AAMI is growing revenue faster at 45.3% — 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 64/100), 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.
Acadian Asset Management Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
BrightSphere Investment Group Inc. is a publically owned asset management holding company. The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts.
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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