Artesian Resources Corporation (ARTNA)vsEssential Utilities Inc (WTRG)
ARTNA
Artesian Resources Corporation
$35.85
-0.14%
UTILITIES · Cap: $370.23M
WTRG
Essential Utilities Inc
$41.07
-1.75%
UTILITIES · Cap: $11.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Essential Utilities Inc generates 2097% more annual revenue ($2.57B vs $116.94M). WTRG leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs 20.2%. ARTNA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.54. ARTNA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
ARTNA
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
WTRG
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+8.4%
Fair Value
$36.13
Current Price
$35.85
$0.28 discount
Margin of Safety
+45.1%
Fair Value
$68.22
Current Price
$41.07
$27.15 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
Strong operational efficiency at 35.4%
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
4.4% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : 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 : 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 : ARTNA
The primary concerns for ARTNA are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WTRG
The primary concerns for WTRG are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Debt/Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ARTNA 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.
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 56/100), backed by strong 20.2% margins. WTRG offers better value entry with a 45.1% 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.
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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