Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (CPK)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
CPK
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
$125.13
-1.84%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.00B
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$32.94
-1.99%
UTILITIES · Cap: $118.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 3996% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $930.00M). SBS leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs 15.1%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
CPK
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
SBS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-13.6%
Fair Value
$114.77
Current Price
$125.13
$10.36 premium
Margin of Safety
-3.2%
Fair Value
$28.67
Current Price
$32.94
$4.27 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.5%
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 21.1% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 34.6%
Revenue surging 43.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 87.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CPK
The strongest argument for CPK centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.1% and operating margin at 28.5%. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SBS
The strongest argument for SBS centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.2% and operating margin at 34.6%. Revenue growth of 43.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CPK
The primary concerns for CPK are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 67.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.78 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — sustainability is the question.
CPK generates stronger free cash flow (-179M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is a power supply company. The company is headquartered in Dover, Delaware.
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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