Consolidated Water Co Ltd (CWCO)vsEssential Utilities Inc (WTRG)
CWCO
Consolidated Water Co Ltd
$32.46
+0.25%
UTILITIES · Cap: $487.23M
WTRG
Essential Utilities Inc
$39.65
-0.13%
UTILITIES · Cap: $11.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Essential Utilities Inc generates 1774% more annual revenue ($2.47B vs $132.07M). WTRG leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 13.9%. CWCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.25. WTRG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
CWCO
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
WTRG
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+31.5%
Fair Value
$54.29
Current Price
$32.46
$21.83 discount
Margin of Safety
-150.3%
Fair Value
$14.96
Current Price
$39.65
$24.69 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 103.8% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 32.4%
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.7% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
4.4% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 30.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CWCO
The strongest argument for CWCO centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book.
Bull Case : WTRG
The strongest argument for WTRG centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.9% and operating margin at 32.4%. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CWCO
The primary concerns for CWCO are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WTRG
The primary concerns for WTRG are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CWCO profiles as a value stock while WTRG is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WTRG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
WTRG is growing revenue faster at 15.7% — sustainability is the question.
CWCO generates stronger free cash flow (3M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WTRG scores higher overall (60/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 24.9% margins and 15.7% revenue growth. CWCO offers better value entry with a 31.5% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
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.
Essential Utilities Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Essential Utilities, Inc. operates regulated utilities that provide water, wastewater, or natural gas services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania.
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