American States Water Company (AWR)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
AWR
American States Water Company
$77.66
+1.75%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.05B
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$5.48
+0.91%
UTILITIES · Cap: $19.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 5734% more annual revenue ($39.63B vs $679.25M). SBS leads profitability with a 22.0% profit margin vs 19.7%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
AWR
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
SBS
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-11.2%
Fair Value
$63.81
Current Price
$77.66
$13.85 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SBS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 30.9%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 33.9%
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.3% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AWR
The strongest argument for AWR centers on Operating Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.7% and operating margin at 30.9%. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SBS
The strongest argument for SBS centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.0% and operating margin at 33.9%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AWR
The primary concerns for AWR are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWR profiles as a mature stock while SBS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AWR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 18.3% — sustainability is the question.
SBS generates stronger free cash flow (722M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (79/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 22.0% margins and 18.3% revenue growth. 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 States Water Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
American States Water Company provides water and electricity services to residential, commercial, industrial and other customers in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Dimas, California.
Visit Website →Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de So Paulo - SABESP provides water and sewerage services to residential, commercial, industrial and government clients. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
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