Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsOrange County Bancorp Inc (OBT)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$474.07
-0.28%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.03T
OBT
Orange County Bancorp Inc
$34.10
+0.18%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $474.50M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 310846% more annual revenue ($371.44B vs $119.46M). OBT leads profitability with a 34.8% profit margin vs 18.0%. OBT trades at a lower P/E of 10.6x. OBT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
BRK-B
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
OBT
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
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
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.7%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 47.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.7%
Earnings declined 2.5%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : OBT
The strongest argument for OBT centers on P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.8% and operating margin at 44.7%. Revenue growth of 14.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : OBT
The primary concerns for OBT are Market Cap, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-B profiles as a declining stock while OBT is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
BRK-B carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
OBT is growing revenue faster at 14.7% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-B generates stronger free cash flow (5.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OBT scores higher overall (70/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 34.8% margins and 14.7% revenue growth. 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%).
Visit Website →Orange County Bancorp Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
Orange County Bancorp Inc. (OBT) is a community-oriented financial institution headquartered in Orange County, New York, focused on delivering a diverse suite of banking and financial services tailored to both individual and business clients. With a commitment to fostering community relationships and providing personalized banking solutions, OBT offers a range of products, including personal and commercial loans, deposit accounts, and wealth management services. As a publicly traded company, OBT emphasizes sustainable growth and profitability, positioning itself as a key contributor to regional economic development. Its strategic focus, coupled with a sound risk management approach, makes OBT an attractive investment opportunity for institutional investors seeking exposure within the dynamic regional banking sector.
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