Artesian Resources Corporation (ARTNA)vsH2O America (HTO)
ARTNA
Artesian Resources Corporation
$35.33
-1.45%
UTILITIES · Cap: $370.23M
HTO
H2O America
$62.66
-0.59%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
H2O America generates 608% more annual revenue ($828.50M vs $116.94M). ARTNA leads profitability with a 20.2% profit margin vs 12.9%. HTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.68. ARTNA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ARTNA
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
HTO
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.4%
Fair Value
$36.13
Current Price
$35.33
$0.80 discount
Margin of Safety
+29.8%
Fair Value
$74.04
Current Price
$62.66
$11.38 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 35.5%
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.3%
Areas to Watch
4.4% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ARTNA
The strongest argument for ARTNA centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.2% and operating margin at 35.5%.
Bull Case : HTO
The strongest argument for HTO centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : ARTNA
The primary concerns for ARTNA are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : HTO
The primary concerns for HTO are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARTNA profiles as a mature stock while HTO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HTO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.33 — expect wider price swings.
ARTNA is growing revenue faster at 7.4% — sustainability is the question.
ARTNA generates stronger free cash flow (-3M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ARTNA scores higher overall (58/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 20.2% margins. HTO offers better value entry with a 29.8% margin of safety. Both earn "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.
Artesian Resources Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Artesian Resources Corporation provides water, wastewater, and other services in Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. The company is headquartered in Newark, Delaware.
H2O America
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
H2O America, provides water utility and other related services in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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