American States Water Company (AWR)vsThe York Water Company (YORW)
AWR
American States Water Company
$73.40
+0.19%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.86B
YORW
The York Water Company
$30.17
-0.10%
UTILITIES · Cap: $438.66M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American States Water Company generates 749% more annual revenue ($658.07M vs $77.49M). YORW leads profitability with a 25.9% profit margin vs 19.8%. AWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.61. AWR earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
AWR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
YORW
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-209.6%
Fair Value
$22.92
Current Price
$73.40
$50.48 premium
Margin of Safety
-233.1%
Fair Value
$9.67
Current Price
$30.17
$20.50 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.8%
Strong operational efficiency at 33.7%
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 120.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
3.2% revenue growth
0.1% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AWR
The strongest argument for AWR centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.8% and operating margin at 28.8%. Revenue growth of 14.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : YORW
The strongest argument for YORW centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.9% and operating margin at 33.7%.
Bear Case : AWR
The primary concerns for AWR are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : YORW
The primary concerns for YORW are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWR profiles as a mature stock while YORW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
YORW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.69 — expect wider price swings.
AWR is growing revenue faster at 14.8% — sustainability is the question.
YORW generates stronger free cash flow (-23M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AWR scores higher overall (56/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 19.8% margins and 14.8% revenue growth. 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 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.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
The York Water Company seizes, purifies and distributes drinking water. The company is headquartered in York, Pennsylvania.
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