American Water Works (AWK)vsToyota Motor Corporation ADR (TM)
AWK
American Water Works
$125.68
-0.29%
UTILITIES · Cap: $24.87B
TM
Toyota Motor Corporation ADR
$188.71
-2.03%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $228.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Toyota Motor Corporation ADR generates 969175% more annual revenue ($50.45T vs $5.21B). AWK leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 7.3%. TM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.54. AWK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
AWK
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
TM
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-10.7%
Fair Value
$111.75
Current Price
$125.68
$13.93 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TM.
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 4.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 16.1x book value
7.3% margin — thin
Earnings declined 42.3%
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 : TM
The strongest argument for TM centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : AWK
The primary concerns for AWK are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TM
The primary concerns for TM are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWK profiles as a mature stock while TM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AWK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
TM is growing revenue faster at 8.6% — sustainability is the question.
AWK generates stronger free cash flow (-354M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AWK scores higher overall (60/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins. Both earn "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.
Toyota Motor Corporation ADR
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
Toyota Motor Corporation designs, manufactures, assembles and sells passenger cars, minivans and commercial vehicles, and related parts and accessories. The company is headquartered in Toyota, Japan.
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