Accelerant Holdings (ARX)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)
ARX
Accelerant Holdings
$13.01
-1.14%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.98B
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$712,064.33
-0.13%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 43278% more annual revenue ($371.44B vs $856.30M). BRK-A leads profitability with a 18.0% profit margin vs -166.4%. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
ARX
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
BRK-A
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 49.2% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -245.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 11.1%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.7%
Earnings declined 2.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARX
The strongest argument for ARX centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 49.2% 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 18.0% and operating margin at 33.0%.
Bear Case : ARX
The primary concerns for ARX are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARX profiles as a hypergrowth stock while BRK-A is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
ARX is growing revenue faster at 49.2% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BRK-A scores higher overall (51/100 vs 34/100), backed by strong 18.0% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Accelerant Holdings
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE BROKERS · USA
Accelerant Holdings (ARX) is a forward-thinking specialty insurance and reinsurance provider that focuses on addressing the specialized needs of underserved markets. Utilizing advanced data analytics and cutting-edge technology, the company enhances its insurance partners' underwriting performance through a unique membership model that fosters collaboration and innovation. This strategic approach not only optimizes risk management but also positions Accelerant for sustainable growth in an evolving insurance landscape, capitalizing on emerging opportunities and reinforcing its commitment to operational excellence and agility.
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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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