Better Buy: Berkshire Hathaway or Markel?
Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A)(NYSE: BRK.B) has a tremendous history of success that spans more than a half-century, as seen from its 20% annual compound returns since the 1960s. Competitors often look to emulate the conglomerate, which produces steady cash flows and uses that cash to acquire companies and build a massive stock investment portfolio.
One company that earns comparisons to Berkshire Hathaway is Markel (NYSE: MKL). The specialty insurance company has a business model and investment approach similar to Berkshire's and also boasts a solid track record itself. Here's which one is a better buy today.
Berkshire Hathaway is renowned for its massive $354 billion investment portfolio. However, there is much more beneath the surface. Berkshire owns numerous companies privately, including insurance, railroads, energy, and manufacturing companies. These subsidiaries are a significant source of cash flow for the conglomerate, which is why its investment portfolio has grown to such a massive scale today.
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Berkshire Hathaway Inc. A Stock
Currently there is a rather positive sentiment for Berkshire Hathaway Inc. A with 3 Buy predictions and 0 Sell predictions.
As a result the target price of 650000 € shows a slightly positive potential of 7.97% compared to the current price of 602000.0 € for Berkshire Hathaway Inc. A.
