American Water Works (AWK)vsOklo Inc. (OKLO)
AWK
American Water Works
$124.47
+1.82%
UTILITIES · Cap: $24.67B
OKLO
Oklo Inc.
$58.09
+5.65%
UTILITIES · Cap: $12.78B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AWK leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 0.0%. AWK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
AWK
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
OKLO
Avoid33
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 OKLO.
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 29.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 4.8%
0.0% revenue growth
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Weak financial health signals
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 : OKLO
The strongest argument for OKLO centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : AWK
The primary concerns for AWK are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : OKLO
The primary concerns for OKLO are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWK profiles as a mature stock while OKLO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
OKLO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.18 — expect wider price swings.
AWK is growing revenue faster at 5.7% — sustainability is the question.
OKLO generates stronger free cash flow (-51M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AWK scores higher overall (60/100 vs 33/100), 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.
Oklo Inc.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Oklo Inc. designs and develops fission power plants to provide reliable and commercial-scale energy to customers in the United States. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
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