Affiliated Managers Group, Inc. (AMG)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)
AMG
Affiliated Managers Group, Inc.
$355.61
+0.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $9.32B
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$766,000.00
+0.62%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 16845% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $2.27B). AMG leads profitability with a 37.7% profit margin vs 22.3%. AMG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.62. AMG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 80/100 (B+).
AMG
Strong Buy80
out of 100
Grade: B+
BRK-A
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 30.4%
Earnings expanding 148.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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
No major concerns identified
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMG
The strongest argument for AMG centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.7% and operating margin at 30.4%. Revenue growth of 29.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : BRK-A
The strongest argument for BRK-A centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.3% and operating margin at 32.6%.
Bear Case : AMG
No major red flags identified for AMG, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMG profiles as a growth stock while BRK-A is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.10 — expect wider price swings.
AMG is growing revenue faster at 29.9% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMG scores higher overall (80/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 37.7% margins and 29.9% revenue growth. 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.
Affiliated Managers Group, Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Affiliated Managers Group, Inc., through its affiliates, is an asset management company providing investment management services to mutual funds, institutional clients and high net worth individuals in the United States. The company is headquartered in Prides Crossing, 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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