Artesian Resources Corporation (ARTNA)vsAmerican Water Works (AWK)
ARTNA
Artesian Resources Corporation
$32.96
+1.63%
UTILITIES · Cap: $331.00M
AWK
American Water Works
$124.47
+1.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $24.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Water Works generates 4433% more annual revenue ($5.21B vs $114.83M). AWK leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 20.3%. AWK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.28. AWK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
ARTNA
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
AWK
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.1%
Fair Value
$35.62
Current Price
$32.96
$2.66 discount
Margin of Safety
-22.5%
Fair Value
$100.98
Current Price
$124.47
$23.49 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 30.0%
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 33.2%
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 4.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARTNA
The strongest argument for ARTNA centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.3% and operating margin at 30.0%.
Bull Case : AWK
The strongest argument for AWK centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 33.2%.
Bear Case : ARTNA
The primary concerns for ARTNA are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : AWK
The primary concerns for AWK are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.61 — expect wider price swings.
ARTNA is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
ARTNA generates stronger free cash flow (-5M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ARTNA scores higher overall (60/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 20.3% margins. 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.
Artesian Resources Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Artesian Resources Corporation provides water, wastewater, and other services in Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. The company is headquartered in Newark, Delaware.
American Water Works
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
American Water is an American public utility company operating in the United States and Canada.
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