American Water Works (AWK)vsXPLR Infrastructure LP Unit (XIFR)
AWK
American Water Works
$128.42
-2.69%
UTILITIES · Cap: $25.77B
XIFR
XPLR Infrastructure LP Unit
$10.35
+1.27%
UTILITIES · Cap: $975.01M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American Water Works generates 333% more annual revenue ($5.14B vs $1.19B). AWK leads profitability with a 21.6% profit margin vs -2.4%. AWK appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.39. AWK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
AWK
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
XIFR
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.2%
Fair Value
$110.27
Current Price
$128.42
$18.15 premium
Margin of Safety
+81.0%
Fair Value
$58.45
Current Price
$10.35
$48.10 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 32.2%
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 21.6% and operating margin at 32.2%.
Bull Case : XIFR
The strongest argument for XIFR centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : AWK
The primary concerns for AWK are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : XIFR
The primary concerns for XIFR are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.94 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWK profiles as a mature stock while XIFR is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
XIFR carries more volatility with a beta of 0.91 — expect wider price swings.
AWK is growing revenue faster at 5.8% — sustainability is the question.
AWK generates stronger free cash flow (-385M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AWK scores higher overall (62/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 21.6% margins. XIFR offers better value entry with a 81.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
XPLR Infrastructure LP Unit
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
XPLR Infrastructure, LP acquires, owns, and manages contracted clean energy projects in the United States. The company is headquartered in Juno Beach, Florida.
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