Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. (BAM)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)
BAM
Brookfield Asset Management Ltd.
$47.26
+0.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $75.49B
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$510.37
+0.66%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 6605% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $5.74B). BAM leads profitability with a 48.9% profit margin vs 22.3%. BAM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.05. BAM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
BAM
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
BRK-B
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 49 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 68.7%
Revenue surging 60.8% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 47.4% 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
Moderate valuation
Trading at 10.1x book value
Grey zone — moderate risk
ROE of 6.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BAM
The strongest argument for BAM centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 48.9% and operating margin at 68.7%. Revenue growth of 60.8% 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 : BAM
The primary concerns for BAM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 5.69 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
BAM profiles as a growth stock while BRK-B is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BAM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
BAM is growing revenue faster at 60.8% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-B generates stronger free cash flow (5.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BAM scores higher overall (77/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 48.9% margins and 60.8% 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.
Brookfield Asset Management Ltd.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Brookfield Asset Management is a leading global alternative asset manager and one of the largest investors in real assets.
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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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