Artesian Resources Corporation (ARTNA)vsH2O America (HTO)
ARTNA
Artesian Resources Corporation
$32.96
+1.63%
UTILITIES · Cap: $331.00M
HTO
H2O America
$57.43
+1.56%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
H2O America generates 611% more annual revenue ($816.28M vs $114.83M). ARTNA leads profitability with a 20.3% profit margin vs 12.9%. HTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.56. ARTNA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
ARTNA
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
HTO
Buy57
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
+14.5%
Fair Value
$60.78
Current Price
$57.43
$3.35 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
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : HTO
The strongest argument for HTO centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : ARTNA
The primary concerns for ARTNA are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : HTO
The primary concerns for HTO are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARTNA profiles as a mature stock while HTO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HTO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.34 — expect wider price swings.
HTO is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — sustainability is the question.
ARTNA generates stronger free cash flow (-5M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ARTNA scores higher overall (60/100 vs 57/100), 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.
H2O America
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
H2O America, provides water utility and other related services in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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