Affiliated Managers Group, Inc. (AMG)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)
AMG
Affiliated Managers Group, Inc.
$336.81
+0.59%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $9.37B
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$733,550.00
+2.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 17585% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $2.12B). AMG leads profitability with a 35.5% profit margin vs 19.3%. AMG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.07. AMG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
AMG
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
BRK-A
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 36 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 73.6% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 24 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.1%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 119.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
No major concerns identified
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMG
The strongest argument for AMG centers on Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.5% and operating margin at 22.1%. PEG of 1.07 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : BRK-A
The strongest argument for BRK-A centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 14.3%.
Bear Case : AMG
No major red flags identified for AMG, but monitor valuation.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMG profiles as a mature stock while BRK-A is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AMG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
AMG is growing revenue faster at 9.7% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AMG scores higher overall (72/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 35.5% 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.
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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