Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-A)vsVersaBank (VBNK)
BRK-A
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$761,579.98
+2.11%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.07T
VBNK
VersaBank
$21.90
+1.26%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $619.28M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 272213% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $137.85M). VBNK leads profitability with a 22.0% profit margin vs 19.3%. BRK-A trades at a lower P/E of 14.8x. BRK-A earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
BRK-A
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
VBNK
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Earnings expanding 119.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 5.5B in free cash flow
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 27.4%
Revenue surging 29.5% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.5% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BRK-A
The strongest argument for BRK-A centers on Market Cap, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 14.3%.
Bull Case : VBNK
The strongest argument for VBNK centers on Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.0% and operating margin at 27.4%. Revenue growth of 29.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BRK-A
The primary concerns for BRK-A are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VBNK
The primary concerns for VBNK are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-A profiles as a value stock while VBNK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VBNK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
VBNK is growing revenue faster at 29.5% — 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 52/100), 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 →VersaBank
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
VersaBank (VBNK) is a pioneering digital bank headquartered in London, Ontario, distinguished for its innovative technology-driven banking solutions. By leveraging a cutting-edge cloud-based infrastructure, VersaBank enhances operational efficiency while ensuring robust cybersecurity measures, crucial in today's increasingly digital financial landscape. Focusing on both commercial and residential lending, the bank is well-positioned to adapt to evolving consumer demands and capitalize on the ongoing digital transformation in the financial sector. As a leader in Canadian digital banking, VersaBank is strategically equipped to navigate complex markets and unlock new growth opportunities.
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