Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK-B)vsVersaBank (VBNK)
BRK-B
Berkshire Hathaway Inc
$502.73
+0.45%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $1.09T
VBNK
VersaBank
$22.11
-0.50%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $738.83M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Berkshire Hathaway Inc generates 262503% more annual revenue ($384.69B vs $146.49M). VBNK leads profitability with a 23.1% profit margin vs 22.3%. BRK-B trades at a lower P/E of 12.7x. BRK-B earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
BRK-B
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
VBNK
Buy64
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 32.6%
Earnings expanding 107.8% YoY
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 35.5%
Earnings expanding 55.0% YoY
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 28.4% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 6.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
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 22.3% and operating margin at 32.6%.
Bull Case : VBNK
The strongest argument for VBNK centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.1% and operating margin at 35.5%. Revenue growth of 28.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BRK-B
The primary concerns for BRK-B are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : VBNK
The primary concerns for VBNK are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BRK-B profiles as a mature stock while VBNK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
VBNK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
VBNK is growing revenue faster at 28.4% — sustainability is the question.
BRK-B generates stronger free cash flow (5.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
BRK-B scores higher overall (74/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 22.3% margins. 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 →VersaBank
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
VersaBank (VBNK) is a pioneering digital bank headquartered in London, Ontario, distinguished for its innovative technology-driven banking solutions. By leveraging a cutting-edge cloud-based infrastructure, VersaBank enhances operational efficiency while ensuring robust cybersecurity measures, crucial in today's increasingly digital financial landscape. Focusing on both commercial and residential lending, the bank is well-positioned to adapt to evolving consumer demands and capitalize on the ongoing digital transformation in the financial sector. As a leader in Canadian digital banking, VersaBank is strategically equipped to navigate complex markets and unlock new growth opportunities.
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