American Water Works (AWK)vsGlobal Water Resources Inc (GWRS)
AWK
American Water Works
$124.47
+1.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $24.67B
GWRS
Global Water Resources Inc
$7.10
-3.79%
UTILITIES · Cap: $208.25M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Water Works generates 9098% more annual revenue ($5.21B vs $56.59M). AWK leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 3.5%. AWK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.28. AWK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
AWK
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
GWRS
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.5%
Fair Value
$100.98
Current Price
$124.47
$23.49 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GWRS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.2%
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 4.8%
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.4% — below average capital efficiency
3.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.9%
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 21.2% and operating margin at 33.2%.
Bull Case : GWRS
The strongest argument for GWRS centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : AWK
The primary concerns for AWK are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : GWRS
The primary concerns for GWRS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 90.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.65 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWK profiles as a mature stock while GWRS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GWRS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.92 — expect wider price swings.
GWRS is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
GWRS generates stronger free cash flow (-2M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AWK scores higher overall (60/100 vs 34/100), backed by strong 21.2% 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.
Global Water Resources Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Global Water Resources, Inc., a water resources management company, owns, operates and manages regulated water, wastewater and recycled water services primarily in the Phoenix, Arizona metropolitan area. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
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