American Water Works (AWK)vsSuburban Propane Partners LP (SPH)
AWK
American Water Works
$128.42
-2.69%
UTILITIES · Cap: $25.77B
SPH
Suburban Propane Partners LP
$20.10
+2.55%
UTILITIES · Cap: $1.30B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Water Works generates 260% more annual revenue ($5.14B vs $1.43B). AWK leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 9.3%. SPH appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.21. SPH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
AWK
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
SPH
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.2%
Fair Value
$110.27
Current Price
$128.42
$18.15 premium
Margin of Safety
+50.9%
Fair Value
$40.84
Current Price
$20.10
$20.74 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 130.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Revenue declined 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : SPH
The strongest argument for SPH centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. PEG of 1.21 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AWK
The primary concerns for AWK are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SPH
The primary concerns for SPH are Market Cap, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWK profiles as a mature stock while SPH is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AWK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
AWK is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
SPH generates stronger free cash flow (-67M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SPH scores higher overall (65/100 vs 62/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
American Water Works
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
American Water is an American public utility company operating in the United States and Canada.
Suburban Propane Partners LP
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Suburban Propane Partners, LP, is engaged in the marketing and retail distribution of propane, fuel oil, and refined fuels. The company is headquartered in Whippany, New Jersey.
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