Artesian Resources Corporation (ARTNA)vsCalifornia Water Service Group (CWT)
ARTNA
Artesian Resources Corporation
$32.96
+1.63%
UTILITIES · Cap: $331.00M
CWT
California Water Service Group
$45.82
+1.28%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.73B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
California Water Service Group generates 780% more annual revenue ($1.01B vs $114.83M). ARTNA leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs 11.8%. CWT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.08. ARTNA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
ARTNA
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
CWT
Buy51
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
+21.4%
Fair Value
$56.16
Current Price
$45.82
$10.34 discount
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
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
ROE of 6.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 69.3%
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 : CWT
The strongest argument for CWT centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : ARTNA
The primary concerns for ARTNA are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : CWT
The primary concerns for CWT are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARTNA profiles as a mature stock while CWT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CWT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.52 — 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.
Bottom Line
ARTNA scores higher overall (60/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 20.3% margins. CWT offers better value entry with a 21.4% 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.
California Water Service Group
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
California Water Service Group provides public water and related services in California, Washington, New Mexico and Hawaii. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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