American Water Works (AWK)vsZepp Health Corp (ZEPP)
AWK
American Water Works
$125.68
-0.29%
UTILITIES · Cap: $24.87B
ZEPP
Zepp Health Corp
$18.01
+2.56%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $270.28M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Water Works generates 1910% more annual revenue ($5.21B vs $258.90M). AWK leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs -15.5%. AWK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
AWK
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
ZEPP
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-10.7%
Fair Value
$111.75
Current Price
$125.68
$13.93 premium
Margin of Safety
+48.9%
Fair Value
$46.96
Current Price
$18.01
$28.95 discount
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
Revenue surging 43.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 4.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -17.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 68.1%
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 21.2% and operating margin at 33.2%.
Bull Case : ZEPP
The strongest argument for ZEPP centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 43.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AWK
The primary concerns for AWK are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : ZEPP
The primary concerns for ZEPP are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWK profiles as a mature stock while ZEPP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ZEPP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.77 — expect wider price swings.
ZEPP is growing revenue faster at 43.0% — sustainability is the question.
ZEPP generates stronger free cash flow (-26M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AWK scores higher overall (60/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins. ZEPP offers better value entry with a 48.9% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Zepp Health Corp
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · China
Zepp Health Corporation, an activity and biometric data-driven company, develops, manufactures and sells smart wearable technology devices in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Hefei, the People's Republic of China.
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