National Grid PLC ADR (NGG)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
NGG
National Grid PLC ADR
$82.22
+0.56%
UTILITIES · Cap: $81.66B
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$4.65
-0.21%
UTILITIES · Cap: $16.70B
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 72/100 (B).
NGG
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
SBS
Strong Buy72
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
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 9.4x 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 0.58 — 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 (72/100 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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