Artesian Resources Corporation (ARTNA)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
ARTNA
Artesian Resources Corporation
$31.44
-0.03%
UTILITIES · Cap: $313.83M
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$29.86
+2.61%
UTILITIES · Cap: $20.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 33627% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $112.94M). SBS leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs 20.2%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 87/100 (A).
ARTNA
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SBS
Exceptional Buy87
out of 100
Grade: A
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
+72.9%
Fair Value
$109.04
Current Price
$29.86
$79.18 discount
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%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 34.6%
Revenue surging 43.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 87.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
4.3% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
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 : SBS
The strongest argument for SBS centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.2% and operating margin at 34.6%. Revenue growth of 43.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ARTNA
The primary concerns for ARTNA are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARTNA profiles as a value stock while SBS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ARTNA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.34 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — sustainability is the question.
SBS generates stronger free cash flow (620M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (87/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. ARTNA offers better value entry with a 24.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de So Paulo - SABESP provides water and sewerage services to residential, commercial, industrial and government clients. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
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