Popular Inc (BPOP)vsBerkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)
BPOP
Popular Inc
$163.71
-0.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $10.51B
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 12462% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $3.06B). BPOP leads profitability with a 31.7% profit margin vs 22.3%. BPOP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.37. BPOP earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 81/100 (A-).
BPOP
Exceptional Buy81
out of 100
Grade: A-
BRK-A
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Keeps 32 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.0%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 40.9% 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
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BPOP
The strongest argument for BPOP centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.7% and operating margin at 41.0%. PEG of 1.37 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 : BPOP
The primary concerns for BPOP are Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BPOP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.61 — expect wider price swings.
BRK-A is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BPOP scores higher overall (81/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 31.7% margins. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Popular Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Popular, Inc., offers various retail, mortgage and commercial banking products and services in Puerto Rico and the United States. The company is headquartered in Hato Rey, Puerto Rico.
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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