Low-Volatility Stocks: MDU Resources and Valley National Bank Underperform, Berkshire Hathaway Outshines

MDU Resources and Valley National Bank are low-volatility stocks facing challenges, with MDU's revenue declining 15.3% annually over five years and poor free cash flow margin. Valley National Bank has below-average annual revenue and net interest income growth. Berkshire Hathaway, on the other hand, has outperformed its peer group with 18.9% annual EPS growth, strong balance sheet, and stellar return on equity.