Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsProspect Capital Corporation (PSEC)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$771,770.02
+0.75%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
PSEC
Prospect Capital Corporation
$2.20
-0.90%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.12B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 60059% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $639.45M). PSEC leads profitability with a 24.0% profit margin vs 22.3%. PSEC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.55. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BRK-A
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
PSEC
Buy56
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
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 70.3%
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : PSEC
The strongest argument for PSEC centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.0% and operating margin at 70.3%.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : PSEC
The primary concerns for PSEC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a mature stock while PSEC is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
PSEC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.79 — 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.
Bottom Line
BRK-A scores higher overall (74/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 22.3% margins. 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%).
Visit Website →Prospect Capital Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Prospect Capital Corporation (PSEC) is a prominent publicly traded business development company that specializes in offering customized financing solutions to middle-market enterprises. Boasting a diversified investment portfolio comprising both debt and equity, PSEC concentrates on growth-oriented firms across various sectors, ensuring a strategic approach to capital allocation. The company is committed to generating attractive, risk-adjusted returns for its shareholders while adhering to sustainable investment principles and enhancing social responsibility. PSEC's emphasis on fostering the growth of its portfolio companies positions it as a key partner for business advancement, appealing particularly to socially-conscious investors seeking impactful investment opportunities.
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