Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsHagerty Inc (HGTY)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$717,386.81
+0.16%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.03T
HGTY
Hagerty Inc
$10.06
-2.33%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $3.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 25676% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $1.46B). BRK-A leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 2.9%. HGTY appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.23. HGTY earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
BRK-A
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
HGTY
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 410.3% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
16.5% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : HGTY
The strongest argument for HGTY centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 16.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.23 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : HGTY
The primary concerns for HGTY are Profit Margin, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. A P/E of 42.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 2.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a value stock while HGTY is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
HGTY carries more volatility with a beta of 0.83 — expect wider price swings.
HGTY is growing revenue faster at 16.5% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HGTY scores higher overall (68/100 vs 59/100) and 16.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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%).
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
Hagerty Inc. is a premier specialty insurance provider tailored to the automotive enthusiast sector, focusing on vintage cars, motorcycles, and collectible vehicles. The company employs a unique subscription-based model that not only offers comprehensive insurance solutions but also engages a passionate community through events and digital platforms. With its extensive expertise in the collector car market, Hagerty has diversified its offerings to include valuation tools and investment opportunities, bolstering its competitive edge. As the demand for classic car ownership escalates, Hagerty's innovative strategies and strong brand loyalty position it favorably for sustained growth in the dynamic automotive collectibles space.
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