Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)vsEssential Utilities Inc (WTRG)
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$4.67
-1.89%
UTILITIES · Cap: $16.70B
WTRG
Essential Utilities Inc
$42.27
-0.87%
UTILITIES · Cap: $11.17B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 1491% more annual revenue ($40.88B vs $2.57B). WTRG leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 19.7%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
SBS
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
WTRG
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SBS.
Margin of Safety
+44.8%
Fair Value
$67.77
Current Price
$42.27
$25.50 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 31.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 35.4%
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 33.9%
3.1% revenue growth
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : WTRG
The strongest argument for WTRG centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.6% and operating margin at 35.4%.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WTRG
The primary concerns for WTRG are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SBS profiles as a mature stock while WTRG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WTRG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 13.9% — sustainability is the question.
WTRG generates stronger free cash flow (-51M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (72/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 19.7% margins and 13.9% revenue growth. WTRG offers better value entry with a 44.8% 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.
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.
Essential Utilities Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Essential Utilities, Inc. operates regulated utilities that provide water, wastewater, or natural gas services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania.
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