Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsNew Mountain Finance Corporation (NMFC)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$469.83
+0.93%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.02T
NMFC
New Mountain Finance Corporation
$8.53
+1.43%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $794.35M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 114670% more annual revenue ($375.39B vs $327.08M). BRK-B leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 5.0%. NMFC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. BRK-B earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
BRK-B
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
NMFC
Buy51
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
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 80.8%
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.3% — below average capital efficiency
5.0% margin — thin
Revenue declined 15.1%
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 : NMFC
The strongest argument for NMFC centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : NMFC
The primary concerns for NMFC are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NMFC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — 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.
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Bottom Line
BRK-B scores higher overall (62/100 vs 51/100), 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 →New Mountain Finance Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
New Mountain Finance Corporation (NMFC) is a prominent business development company focused on delivering customized debt and equity financing solutions to middle-market enterprises across diverse sectors. Backed by New Mountain Capital, the firm employs a disciplined investment strategy that prioritizes capital preservation and sustainable income generation, aiming to provide compelling risk-adjusted returns. With a commitment to informed decision-making and continuous operational improvement, NMFC seeks to enhance shareholder value while fostering growth and resilience in its investment portfolio. Its experienced management team and strategic focus position NMFC as a key player in the marketplace, dedicated to navigating the complexities of the middle-market landscape.
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