California Water Service Group (CWT)vsUber Technologies Inc (UBER)
CWT
California Water Service Group
$43.03
-0.02%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.54B
UBER
Uber Technologies Inc
$79.17
+8.53%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $152.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Uber Technologies Inc generates 5046% more annual revenue ($52.02B vs $1.01B). UBER leads profitability with a 19.3% profit margin vs 11.8%. CWT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.93. UBER earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
CWT
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
UBER
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+30.3%
Fair Value
$63.31
Current Price
$43.03
$20.28 discount
Margin of Safety
+32.0%
Fair Value
$104.98
Current Price
$79.17
$25.81 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 20.1% year-over-year
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 7.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 69.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 95.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CWT
The strongest argument for CWT centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : UBER
The strongest argument for UBER centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 12.3%. Revenue growth of 20.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CWT
The primary concerns for CWT are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : UBER
The primary concerns for UBER are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CWT profiles as a value stock while UBER is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
UBER carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
UBER is growing revenue faster at 20.1% — sustainability is the question.
UBER generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UBER scores higher overall (56/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 19.3% margins and 20.1% revenue growth. CWT offers better value entry with a 30.3% 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.
California Water Service Group
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
California Water Service Group provides public water and related services in California, Washington, New Mexico and Hawaii. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Uber Technologies, Inc., commonly known as Uber, is an American technology company. Its services include ride-hailing, food delivery (Uber Eats), package delivery, couriers, freight transportation, and, through a partnership with Lime, electric bicycle and motorized scooter rental. The company is based in San Francisco, California.
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