California Water Service Group (CWT)vsValmont Industries Inc (VMI)
CWT
California Water Service Group
$43.03
-0.02%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.54B
VMI
Valmont Industries Inc
$522.81
+0.89%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Valmont Industries Inc generates 312% more annual revenue ($4.16B vs $1.01B). CWT leads profitability with a 11.8% profit margin vs 8.9%. VMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.59. VMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
CWT
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
VMI
Buy60
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
-72.3%
Fair Value
$277.40
Current Price
$522.81
$245.41 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Earnings expanding 27.5% YoY
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
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CWT
The strongest argument for CWT centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : VMI
The strongest argument for VMI centers on Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CWT
The primary concerns for CWT are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : VMI
The primary concerns for VMI are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
VMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
VMI is growing revenue faster at 6.2% — sustainability is the question.
VMI generates stronger free cash flow (69M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
VMI scores higher overall (60/100 vs 53/100). 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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INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Valmont Industries, Inc. produces and sells metal products manufactured in the United States, Australia, Denmark, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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