Cadiz Inc (CDZI)vsSouthern Company (SO)
CDZI
Cadiz Inc
$4.14
-9.21%
UTILITIES · Cap: $383.43M
SO
Southern Company
$92.60
-0.17%
UTILITIES · Cap: $102.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southern Company generates 201187% more annual revenue ($30.18B vs $14.99M). SO leads profitability with a 14.5% profit margin vs -221.4%. CDZI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. SO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CDZI
Avoid21
out of 100
Grade: F
SO
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CDZI.
Margin of Safety
-47.7%
Fair Value
$62.70
Current Price
$92.60
$29.90 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.8%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 0.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CDZI
CDZI has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin.
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 : SO
The primary concerns for SO are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.05 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CDZI profiles as a turnaround stock while SO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CDZI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
SO is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
CDZI generates stronger free cash flow (-6M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SO scores higher overall (56/100 vs 21/100). Both earn "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.
Southern Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Southern Company is an American gas and electric utility holding company based in the southern United States. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with executive offices also located in Birmingham, Alabama.
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