Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (CPK)vsSouthwest Gas Holdings Inc (SWX)
CPK
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
$123.78
+2.05%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.97B
SWX
Southwest Gas Holdings Inc
$88.72
+1.78%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.44B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southwest Gas Holdings Inc generates 81% more annual revenue ($1.78B vs $984.40M). SWX leads profitability with a 26.1% profit margin vs 15.1%. SWX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.18. SWX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
CPK
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
SWX
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-24.3%
Fair Value
$104.88
Current Price
$123.78
$18.90 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 28.1%
18.2% revenue growth
Strong operational efficiency at 37.9%
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 20.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Revenue declined 21.6%
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 28.1%. Revenue growth of 18.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SWX
The strongest argument for SWX centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 26.1% and operating margin at 37.9%.
Bear Case : CPK
The primary concerns for CPK are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SWX
The primary concerns for SWX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPK profiles as a growth stock while SWX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CPK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
CPK is growing revenue faster at 18.2% — sustainability is the question.
CPK generates stronger free cash flow (-24M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CPK scores higher overall (65/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 15.1% margins and 18.2% 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 →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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