Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsJackson Financial Inc (JXN)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$488.13
+1.98%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
JXN
Jackson Financial Inc
$107.86
+1.78%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $7.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 6252% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $5.91B). BRK-B leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs -6.3%. BRK-B earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
BRK-B
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
JXN
Hold45
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 44.6%
Generating 1.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -3.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 22.6%
Earnings declined 31.8%
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BRK-B
The strongest argument for BRK-B centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 14.3%.
Bull Case : JXN
The strongest argument for JXN centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : JXN
The primary concerns for JXN are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-B profiles as a value stock while JXN is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
JXN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
BRK-B is growing revenue faster at 4.4% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-B generates stronger free cash flow (5.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BRK-B scores higher overall (62/100 vs 45/100), 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 →Jackson Financial Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - LIFE · USA
Jackson Financial Inc. is a prominent player in the U.S. life insurance and asset management sectors, focusing on innovative retirement solutions that enhance financial security for individuals and families. The company provides a diverse portfolio of fixed and variable annuities as well as life insurance products, expertly tailored to address the evolving needs of retirees and investors in a dynamic financial landscape. Leveraging advanced technology and a robust distribution network, Jackson Financial is well-equipped to capitalize on demographic shifts and the rising demand for effective retirement planning, positioning itself for sustainable growth and a competitive advantage in the market.
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