Consolidated Water Co Ltd (CWCO)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
CWCO
Consolidated Water Co Ltd
$28.16
+0.43%
UTILITIES · Cap: $450.92M
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$5.29
-0.56%
UTILITIES · Cap: $18.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 31931% more annual revenue ($40.88B vs $127.61M). SBS leads profitability with a 19.7% profit margin vs 12.7%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
CWCO
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
SBS
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-16.2%
Fair Value
$32.03
Current Price
$28.16
$3.87 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SBS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 31.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 33.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CWCO
The strongest argument for CWCO centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bull Case : SBS
The strongest argument for SBS centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.7% and operating margin at 31.5%. Revenue growth of 13.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CWCO
The primary concerns for CWCO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Market Cap.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CWCO profiles as a declining stock while SBS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CWCO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.52 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 13.9% — sustainability is the question.
CWCO generates stronger free cash flow (9M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (69/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 19.7% margins and 13.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Consolidated Water Co Ltd
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. designs, builds, manages and operates water treatment and production plants primarily in the Cayman Islands, the Bahamas and the United States. The company is headquartered in Grand Cayman, the Cayman Islands.
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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