Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp (AQN)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
AQN
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp
$6.16
-1.60%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.74B
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 1465% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $2.43B). SBS leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs 7.4%. AQN trades at a lower P/E of 22.8x. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
AQN
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
SBS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+71.3%
Fair Value
$22.99
Current Price
$6.16
$16.83 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
1.7% revenue growth
ROE of 2.6% — below average capital efficiency
7.4% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
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 : AQN
The strongest argument for AQN centers on Price/Book.
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 : AQN
The primary concerns for AQN are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
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
AQN profiles as a value stock while SBS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AQN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — sustainability is the question.
AQN generates stronger free cash flow (-45M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. AQN offers better value entry with a 71.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. The company is headquartered in Oakville, Canada.
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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