Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsSRH Total Return Fund Inc. (STEW)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$733,550.00
+2.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
STEW
SRH Total Return Fund Inc.
$17.47
+0.81%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.71B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 1157395% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $32.43M). STEW leads profitability with a 537.0% profit margin vs 19.3%. STEW trades at a lower P/E of 9.9x. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
BRK-A
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
STEW
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 32 in profit
Keeps 537 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 11.6%
Earnings declined 44.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : STEW
The strongest argument for STEW centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 537.0% and operating margin at 16.6%.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : STEW
The primary concerns for STEW are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a value stock while STEW is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
STEW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.82 — 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.
Bottom Line
BRK-A scores higher overall (61/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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 →SRH Total Return Fund Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
SRH Total Return Fund Inc. (STEW) is a closed-end management investment company that aims to achieve total returns through a strategic mix of capital appreciation and income generation. The fund's diversified portfolio includes equities, fixed income, and hybrid instruments, allowing it to effectively navigate varying market conditions while emphasizing long-term growth. Led by a seasoned management team, STEW employs disciplined risk management practices and is well-positioned to capitalize on evolving investment opportunities, providing investors with an attractive risk-adjusted return profile.
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