National Grid PLC ADR (NGG)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$76.86
+0.63%
UTILITIES · Cap: $77.27B
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$5.29
-0.56%
UTILITIES · Cap: $18.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 131% more annual revenue ($40.88B vs $17.69B). SBS leads profitability with a 19.7% profit margin vs 18.3%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
NGG
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
SBS
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 32.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 31.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 8.6x book value
2.0% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 33.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NGG
The strongest argument for NGG centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 32.6%. PEG of 0.96 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SBS
The strongest argument for SBS centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.7% and operating margin at 31.5%. Revenue growth of 13.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NGG
The primary concerns for NGG are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NGG profiles as a value stock while SBS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NGG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 13.9% — sustainability is the question.
NGG generates stronger free cash flow (-2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (69/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 19.7% margins and 13.9% 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.
National Grid PLC ADR
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
National Grid plc transmits and distributes electricity and natural gas. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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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