KKR & Co LP (KKR)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
KKR
KKR & Co LP
$100.79
-1.19%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $96.02B
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$33.29
-1.01%
UTILITIES · Cap: $118.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 49% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $25.65B). SBS leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs 9.2%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
KKR
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
SBS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KKR.
Margin of Safety
-3.2%
Fair Value
$28.67
Current Price
$33.29
$4.62 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.0%
Revenue surging 76.3% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 2.3B in free cash flow
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 34.6%
Revenue surging 43.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 87.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 2.2%
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KKR
The strongest argument for KKR centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 76.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.54 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SBS
The strongest argument for SBS centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.2% and operating margin at 34.6%. Revenue growth of 43.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KKR
The primary concerns for KKR are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 44.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 67.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KKR profiles as a hypergrowth stock while SBS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KKR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.85 — expect wider price swings.
KKR is growing revenue faster at 76.3% — sustainability is the question.
KKR generates stronger free cash flow (2.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
KKR & Co LP
FINANCIAL SERVICES · ASSET MANAGEMENT · USA
KKR & Co. LP, established in 1976, is a premier global investment firm renowned for its diversified investment strategies spanning private equity, credit, and real assets. Leveraging its deep industry insights and vast global network, KKR effectively identifies and capitalizes on complex market opportunities, driving sustainable long-term value for its portfolio companies. The firm is also a leader in sustainable investing, rigorously incorporating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria into its investment processes to ensure robust performance while fostering responsible growth in the financial markets. KKR’s commitment to innovative investment solutions and operational excellence positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of global finance.
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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