Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsTriplepoint Venture Growth BDC Corp (TPVG)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$712,064.33
-0.13%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
TPVG
Triplepoint Venture Growth BDC Corp
$5.47
+4.99%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $207.31M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 410967% more annual revenue ($371.44B vs $90.36M). TPVG leads profitability with a 54.5% profit margin vs 18.0%. TPVG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.76. TPVG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
BRK-A
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
TPVG
Buy53
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 33.0%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 5.0B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 55 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 59.0%
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.7%
Earnings declined 2.5%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 12.7%
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 18.0% and operating margin at 33.0%.
Bull Case : TPVG
The strongest argument for TPVG centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 54.5% and operating margin at 59.0%.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : TPVG
The primary concerns for TPVG are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TPVG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
BRK-A is growing revenue faster at -0.7% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-A generates stronger free cash flow (5.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TPVG scores higher overall (53/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 54.5% 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 →Triplepoint Venture Growth BDC Corp
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
TriplePoint Venture Growth BDC Corp (TPVG) is a prominent business development company focused on providing tailored debt financing solutions to high-growth, venture-backed firms, particularly in the technology and healthcare sectors. By fostering long-lasting partnerships, TPVG aids its portfolio companies in achieving strategic milestones while generating attractive risk-adjusted returns for investors. Leveraging an experienced management team and a robust network, the company effectively identifies and capitalizes on compelling investment opportunities, solidifying its leadership in the venture debt market. With a commitment to operational excellence and innovative financing strategies, TPVG aims to deliver sustainable income and enhance long-term capital growth for its stakeholders.
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