Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (CPK)vsSouthwest Gas Holdings Inc (SWX)
CPK
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
$129.82
+0.18%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.15B
SWX
Southwest Gas Holdings Inc
$86.11
-0.91%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southwest Gas Holdings Inc generates 75% more annual revenue ($1.74B vs $993.50M). SWX leads profitability with a 31.4% profit margin vs 15.1%. SWX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.86. SWX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
CPK
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SWX
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-23.5%
Fair Value
$105.57
Current Price
$129.82
$24.25 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SWX.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.2%
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 24.2%
Earnings expanding 20.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.7% revenue growth
2.9% earnings growth
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 9.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CPK
The strongest argument for CPK centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.1% and operating margin at 26.2%.
Bull Case : SWX
The strongest argument for SWX centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.4% and operating margin at 24.2%.
Bear Case : CPK
The primary concerns for CPK are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SWX
The primary concerns for SWX are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPK profiles as a value stock while SWX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CPK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.68 — expect wider price swings.
CPK is growing revenue faster at 4.7% — sustainability is the question.
CPK generates stronger free cash flow (-29M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SWX scores higher overall (65/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 31.4% margins. 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.
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 →Southwest Gas Holdings Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. purchases, distributes and transports natural gas in Arizona, Nevada and California. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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