Apollo Global Management LLC Class A (APO)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)
APO
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A
$124.24
-2.94%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $83.12B
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$755,649.06
+0.46%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 981% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $35.60B). BRK-A leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs 5.3%. APO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.65. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
APO
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
BRK-A
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 63.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 63.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 22.0%
Generating 3.2B in free cash flow
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
5.3% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : APO
The strongest argument for APO centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 63.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.65 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, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.3% and operating margin at 32.6%.
Bear Case : APO
The primary concerns for APO are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 49.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
APO profiles as a hypergrowth stock while BRK-A is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
APO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
APO is growing revenue faster at 63.8% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BRK-A scores higher overall (74/100 vs 72/100), backed by strong 22.3% margins. 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.
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Apollo Global Management LLC Class A (APO) is a prominent global alternative investment firm that specializes in private equity, credit, and real estate investments across various sectors, including healthcare, financial services, and technology. With a rigorous, research-driven investment strategy and significant industry expertise, Apollo identifies and capitalizes on high-potential opportunities in both developed and emerging markets. The firm is dedicated to maximizing portfolio performance and driving sustainable growth, seeking to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns for its investors. With a strong capital base and a proven track record, Apollo Global Management stands as a leader in the alternative investment landscape.
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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