Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsBlackstone Secured Lending Fund (BXSL)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$717,386.81
+0.16%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.03T
BXSL
Blackstone Secured Lending Fund
$24.18
-0.74%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.66B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 26356% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $1.42B). BXSL leads profitability with a 39.7% profit margin vs 19.3%. BXSL trades at a lower P/E of 12.8x. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
BRK-A
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
BXSL
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 81.4%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.5% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 27.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : BXSL
The strongest argument for BXSL centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 39.7% and operating margin at 81.4%.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : BXSL
The primary concerns for BXSL are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
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 (59/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "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.
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 →Blackstone Secured Lending Fund
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Blackstone Secured Lending Fund (BXSL) is a closed-end investment vehicle dedicated to originating and acquiring senior secured loans, predominantly for U.S. middle-market companies. As part of the Blackstone Group, BXSL benefits from exceptional market insight and a robust network, aiming to provide investors with strong risk-adjusted returns while maintaining a focus on capital preservation and reliable income streams. With its rigorous underwriting standards and a strategic approach to the private credit market, BXSL presents a compelling opportunity for institutional investors seeking both diversification and stable cash flow in their portfolios. The fund's seasoned management team and disciplined investment philosophy further enhance its potential for long-term value creation.
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