American Water Works (AWK)vsCadiz Inc (CDZI)
AWK
American Water Works
$138.09
+0.04%
UTILITIES · Cap: $26.38B
CDZI
Cadiz Inc
$3.14
+5.37%
UTILITIES · Cap: $269.08M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Water Works generates 34621% more annual revenue ($5.21B vs $14.99M). AWK leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs -221.4%. CDZI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. AWK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
AWK
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
CDZI
Avoid20
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-22.3%
Fair Value
$101.14
Current Price
$138.09
$36.95 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CDZI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.2%
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 4.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 16.5x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AWK
The strongest argument for AWK centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 33.2%.
Bull Case : CDZI
CDZI has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : AWK
The primary concerns for AWK are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : CDZI
The primary concerns for CDZI are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 7.53 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWK profiles as a mature stock while CDZI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
CDZI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
AWK is growing revenue faster at 5.7% — sustainability is the question.
CDZI generates stronger free cash flow (-6M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AWK scores higher overall (60/100 vs 20/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
American Water Works
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
American Water is an American public utility company operating in the United States and Canada.
Cadiz Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Cadiz Inc. is a natural resource development company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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