Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsFirst Merchants Corporation Depository Shares (FRMEP)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$498.27
-1.14%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.07T
FRMEP
First Merchants Corporation Depository Shares
$25.47
+0.04%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $2.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 59802% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $642.19M). FRMEP leads profitability with a 29.0% profit margin vs 22.3%. FRMEP trades at a lower P/E of 6.6x. BRK-B earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BRK-B
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
FRMEP
Hold43
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
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Earnings expanding 107.8% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 34.3%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.8% revenue growth
ROE of 7.4% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 28.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BRK-B
The strongest argument for BRK-B centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.3% and operating margin at 32.6%.
Bull Case : FRMEP
The strongest argument for FRMEP centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.0% and operating margin at 34.3%.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : FRMEP
The primary concerns for FRMEP are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-B profiles as a mature stock while FRMEP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
FRMEP carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — expect wider price swings.
BRK-B is growing revenue faster at 10.0% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-B generates stronger free cash flow (5.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BRK-B scores higher overall (74/100 vs 43/100), backed by strong 22.3% margins. Both earn "Strong 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 →First Merchants Corporation Depository Shares
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
First Merchants Corporation Depository Shares (FRMEP) represent a robust investment opportunity in the Midwest's financial services landscape, underpinned by a strong regional banking institution. The company delivers a wide array of financial services, encompassing commercial banking, consumer lending, and wealth management, tailored to meet the diverse needs of its clientele. With a proactive approach to community engagement and a commitment to sustainable growth, First Merchants emphasizes enhancing shareholder value while ensuring resilience against market fluctuations. This strategic orientation positions First Merchants as an attractive option for institutional investors aiming for dependable returns in a dynamic economic environment.
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