American Water Works (AWK)vsThe TJX Companies Inc (TJX)
AWK
American Water Works
$125.68
-0.29%
UTILITIES · Cap: $24.87B
TJX
The TJX Companies Inc
$155.45
+0.32%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $174.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The TJX Companies Inc generates 1060% more annual revenue ($60.37B vs $5.21B). AWK leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 9.1%. AWK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.30. AWK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
AWK
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
TJX
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-10.7%
Fair Value
$111.75
Current Price
$125.68
$13.93 premium
Margin of Safety
-7.0%
Fair Value
$147.33
Current Price
$155.45
$8.12 premium
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
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Earnings expanding 27.9% YoY
Generating 2.6B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 4.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 16.9x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : TJX
The strongest argument for TJX centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : AWK
The primary concerns for AWK are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TJX
The primary concerns for TJX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWK profiles as a mature stock while TJX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AWK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
TJX is growing revenue faster at 8.5% — sustainability is the question.
TJX generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AWK scores higher overall (60/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 21.2% margins. 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.
American Water Works
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
American Water is an American public utility company operating in the United States and Canada.
The TJX Companies Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
The TJX Companies, Inc. (abbreviated TJX) is an American multinational off-price department store corporation, headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts.
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