Middlesex Water Company (MSEX)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
MSEX
Middlesex Water Company
$51.11
-0.12%
UTILITIES · Cap: $943.14M
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$29.86
+2.61%
UTILITIES · Cap: $20.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 19465% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $194.69M). SBS leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs 22.0%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 87/100 (A).
MSEX
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
SBS
Exceptional Buy87
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-222.2%
Fair Value
$16.05
Current Price
$51.11
$35.06 premium
Margin of Safety
+72.9%
Fair Value
$109.04
Current Price
$29.86
$79.18 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 26.3%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 34.6%
Revenue surging 43.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 87.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.3%
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MSEX
The strongest argument for MSEX centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.0% and operating margin at 26.3%.
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 : MSEX
The primary concerns for MSEX are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MSEX profiles as a declining stock while SBS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MSEX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — sustainability is the question.
SBS generates stronger free cash flow (620M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (87/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Middlesex Water Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Middlesex Water Company owns and operates regulated water and wastewater utility systems. The company is headquartered in Iselin, New Jersey.
Visit Website →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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