Amphenol Corporation (APH)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
APH
Amphenol Corporation
$138.47
+1.30%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $174.95B
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$33.29
-1.01%
UTILITIES · Cap: $118.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 47% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $25.90B). SBS leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs 17.2%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
APH
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
SBS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+53.5%
Fair Value
$313.95
Current Price
$138.47
$175.48 discount
Margin of Safety
-3.2%
Fair Value
$28.67
Current Price
$33.29
$4.62 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Revenue surging 58.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 27.3%
Earnings expanding 24.1% YoY
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
Trading at 12.7x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : APH
The strongest argument for APH centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.2% and operating margin at 27.3%. Revenue growth of 58.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : APH
The primary concerns for APH are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 40.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
APH carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
APH is growing revenue faster at 58.4% — sustainability is the question.
APH generates stronger free cash flow (830M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 74/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. APH offers better value entry with a 53.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Amphenol Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Amphenol Corporation is a major producer of electronic and fiber optic connectors, cable and interconnect systems such as coaxial cables. Amphenol is a portmanteau from the corporation's original name, American Phenolic Corp.
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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