American Water Works (AWK)vsCadiz Inc (CDZI)
AWK
American Water Works
$134.59
+0.76%
UTILITIES · Cap: $26.08B
CDZI
Cadiz Inc
$4.82
+1.26%
UTILITIES · Cap: $386.22M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Water Works generates 32067% more annual revenue ($5.14B vs $15.98M). AWK leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs -2.1%. CDZI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. AWK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
AWK
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
CDZI
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-219.7%
Fair Value
$38.69
Current Price
$134.59
$95.90 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CDZI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 32.2%
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 28.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 14.2x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : CDZI
The strongest argument for CDZI centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 28.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AWK
The primary concerns for AWK are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : CDZI
The primary concerns for CDZI are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWK profiles as a mature stock while CDZI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CDZI carries more volatility with a beta of 2.11 — expect wider price swings.
CDZI is growing revenue faster at 28.7% — sustainability is the question.
CDZI generates stronger free cash flow (-7M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AWK scores higher overall (62/100 vs 29/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
American Water Works
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
American Water is an American public utility company operating in the United States and Canada.
Cadiz Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Cadiz Inc. is a natural resource development company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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