Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsBlackRock Science and Technology Trust II (BSTZ)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$733,550.00
+2.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
BSTZ
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II
$29.05
-5.34%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BRK-A leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 0.0%. BSTZ trades at a lower P/E of 6.6x. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
BRK-A
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
BSTZ
Avoid33
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : BSTZ
The strongest argument for BSTZ centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : BSTZ
The primary concerns for BSTZ are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A is growing revenue faster at 4.4% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BRK-A scores higher overall (61/100 vs 33/100), backed by strong 19.3% 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.
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%).
Visit Website →BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
BlackRock Science and Technology Trust II (BSTZ) is a closed-end fund managed by BlackRock that focuses on high-growth investment opportunities within the science and technology sectors. By targeting innovative companies at the forefront of technological advancements and scientific research, BSTZ seeks to capitalize on the substantial growth potential inherent in these dynamic fields. Leveraging BlackRock's extensive industry expertise, the fund aims to provide institutional investors with attractive total returns through a well-balanced approach that includes both capital appreciation and income generation. This investment vehicle offers a strategic avenue for portfolio diversification while capturing enduring trends in technology and healthcare innovation.
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