Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsNuveen Core Plus Impact Fund (NPCT)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$474.07
-0.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.03T
NPCT
Nuveen Core Plus Impact Fund
$10.58
+1.63%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $298.76M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
BRK-B leads profitability with a 18.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. NPCT trades at a lower P/E of 11.5x. BRK-B earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
BRK-B
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
NPCT
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
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 33.0%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 5.0B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.7%
Earnings declined 2.5%
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.0% — 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 18.0% and operating margin at 33.0%.
Bull Case : NPCT
The strongest argument for NPCT centers on P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : NPCT
The primary concerns for NPCT are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-B profiles as a declining stock while NPCT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
NPCT is growing revenue faster at 0.0% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-B generates stronger free cash flow (5.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
BRK-B scores higher overall (54/100 vs 28/100), backed by strong 18.0% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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 →Nuveen Core Plus Impact Fund
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
The Nuveen Core Plus Impact Fund (NPCT) seeks to generate long-term capital appreciation through a strategic focus on responsible investments that prioritize social and environmental impact. By leveraging Nuveen's robust research capabilities, the fund cultivates a diversified portfolio that encompasses public and private equities, fixed income, and real estate. NPCT is committed to delivering compelling financial returns while actively promoting sustainable finance, positioning itself as an appealing choice for institutional investors who value both ethical considerations and strong performance outcomes.
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