American Water Works (AWK)vsTrane Technologies plc (TT)
AWK
American Water Works
$125.68
-0.29%
UTILITIES · Cap: $24.87B
TT
Trane Technologies plc
$488.18
+2.25%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $107.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Trane Technologies plc generates 315% more annual revenue ($21.60B vs $5.21B). AWK leads profitability with a 21.2% profit margin vs 13.4%. 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
TT
Buy52
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
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TT.
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 37 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 4.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 12.6x book value
Earnings declined 2.1%
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 : TT
The strongest argument for TT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : AWK
The primary concerns for AWK are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TT
The primary concerns for TT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWK profiles as a mature stock while TT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.21 — expect wider price swings.
TT is growing revenue faster at 6.0% — sustainability is the question.
TT generates stronger free cash flow (542M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AWK scores higher overall (60/100 vs 52/100), 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.
Trane Technologies plc
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Trane Technologies plc is an American Irish domiciled diversified industrial manufacturing company. It is headquartered near Dublin, Ireland.
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