Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsHorizon Technology Finance (HRZN)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$502.36
-0.15%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
HRZN
Horizon Technology Finance
$4.63
+2.09%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $310.37M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 400170% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $96.11M). BRK-B leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs 5.3%. HRZN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.91. BRK-B earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BRK-B
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
HRZN
Buy58
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 79.4%
Earnings expanding 241.7% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.1% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
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 : HRZN
The strongest argument for HRZN centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : HRZN
The primary concerns for HRZN are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-B profiles as a mature stock while HRZN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HRZN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.98 — 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 58/100), 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%).
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FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Horizon Technology Finance (HRZN) is a leading specialty finance company dedicated to providing structured debt solutions to growth-stage, venture capital-backed businesses across the technology, life sciences, and sustainability sectors. The firm offers tailored financing options, encompassing both debt capital and equity co-investments, which empower its clients to enhance growth and foster innovation. HRZN's disciplined investment strategy is designed to identify and leverage high-quality opportunities that yield strong risk-adjusted returns, solidifying its position as a key player in advancing technology and sustainability within an ever-evolving market.
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