Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsBlue Owl Capital Corporation (OBDC)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$473.01
-0.12%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.03T
OBDC
Blue Owl Capital Corporation
$11.87
+1.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $5.60B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 19964% more annual revenue ($371.44B vs $1.85B). OBDC leads profitability with a 33.9% profit margin vs 18.0%. OBDC trades at a lower P/E of 9.1x. OBDC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
BRK-B
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
OBDC
Buy60
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 33.0%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Generating 5.0B in free cash flow
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.9%
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.7%
Earnings declined 2.5%
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 40.9%
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 : OBDC
The strongest argument for OBDC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.9% and operating margin at 75.9%. Revenue growth of 13.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : OBDC
The primary concerns for OBDC are Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-B profiles as a declining stock while OBDC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRK-B carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
OBDC is growing revenue faster at 13.5% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-B generates stronger free cash flow (5.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OBDC scores higher overall (60/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 33.9% margins and 13.5% revenue growth. 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 →Blue Owl Capital Corporation
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
Blue Owl Capital Corporation (OBDC) is a premier alternative asset management firm that focuses on private credit and direct lending strategies specifically designed for institutional investors. The company is committed to offering tailored investment solutions and fostering enduring partnerships across diverse sectors, aligning its interests with those of its clients. With a solid portfolio underpinned by a seasoned management team, Blue Owl is well-positioned to seize market opportunities while adeptly managing the intricacies of the private capital landscape. Its commitment to transparency and value creation reinforces its status as a trusted leader in the investment community.
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