RGC Resources Inc (RGCO)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
RGCO
RGC Resources Inc
$22.73
+2.57%
UTILITIES · Cap: $229.51M
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$33.63
+2.09%
UTILITIES · Cap: $118.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 38649% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $98.31M). SBS leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs 13.1%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
RGCO
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
SBS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+15.4%
Fair Value
$25.63
Current Price
$22.73
$2.90 discount
Margin of Safety
-3.2%
Fair Value
$28.67
Current Price
$33.63
$4.96 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 7.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : RGCO
The strongest argument for RGCO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 10.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.30 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 : RGCO
The primary concerns for RGCO are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
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
RGCO profiles as a value stock while SBS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RGCO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.51 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — sustainability is the question.
RGCO generates stronger free cash flow (-5M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. RGCO offers better value entry with a 15.4% margin of safety. 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.
RGC Resources Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
RGC Resources, Inc. is an energy services company. The company is headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia.
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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