Artesian Resources Corporation (ARTNA)vsAmerican Water Works (AWK)
ARTNA
Artesian Resources Corporation
$31.44
-0.03%
UTILITIES · Cap: $313.83M
AWK
American Water Works
$134.59
+0.76%
UTILITIES · Cap: $26.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Water Works generates 4451% more annual revenue ($5.14B vs $112.94M). AWK leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 20.2%. AWK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.45. AWK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ARTNA
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
AWK
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+24.2%
Fair Value
$43.67
Current Price
$31.44
$12.23 discount
Margin of Safety
-219.7%
Fair Value
$38.69
Current Price
$134.59
$95.90 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 25.4%
Strong operational efficiency at 32.2%
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
4.3% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARTNA
The strongest argument for ARTNA centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.2% and operating margin at 25.4%.
Bull Case : AWK
The strongest argument for AWK centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 32.2%.
Bear Case : ARTNA
The primary concerns for ARTNA are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : AWK
The primary concerns for AWK are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARTNA profiles as a value stock while AWK is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
AWK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
AWK is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
ARTNA generates stronger free cash flow (-26M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AWK scores higher overall (62/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins. ARTNA offers better value entry with a 24.2% margin of safety. 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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