Cadiz Inc (CDZI)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
CDZI
Cadiz Inc
$4.14
-9.21%
UTILITIES · Cap: $383.43M
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$5.35
+2.01%
UTILITIES · Cap: $19.18B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 264263% more annual revenue ($39.63B vs $14.99M). SBS leads profitability with a 22.0% profit margin vs -221.4%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
CDZI
Avoid21
out of 100
Grade: F
SBS
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
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
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CDZI
CDZI has a balanced fundamental profile.
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 : CDZI
The primary concerns for CDZI are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 2.05 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CDZI profiles as a turnaround stock while SBS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CDZI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — 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 21/100), backed by strong 22.0% margins and 18.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Cadiz Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Cadiz Inc. is a natural resource development company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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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