American States Water Company (AWR)vsPure Cycle Corporation (PCYO)
AWR
American States Water Company
$73.40
+0.19%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.86B
PCYO
Pure Cycle Corporation
$9.88
-1.40%
UTILITIES · Cap: $249.10M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
American States Water Company generates 2133% more annual revenue ($658.07M vs $29.47M). PCYO leads profitability with a 46.6% profit margin vs 19.8%. PCYO trades at a lower P/E of 18.1x. PCYO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
AWR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PCYO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-209.6%
Fair Value
$22.92
Current Price
$73.40
$50.48 premium
Margin of Safety
+49.0%
Fair Value
$20.75
Current Price
$9.88
$10.87 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.8%
Keeps 47 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.0%
Revenue surging 58.8% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 120.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AWR
The strongest argument for AWR centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.8% and operating margin at 28.8%. Revenue growth of 14.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PCYO
The strongest argument for PCYO centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 46.6% and operating margin at 48.0%. Revenue growth of 58.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AWR
The primary concerns for AWR are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PCYO
The primary concerns for PCYO are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWR profiles as a mature stock while PCYO is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PCYO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
PCYO is growing revenue faster at 58.8% — sustainability is the question.
PCYO generates stronger free cash flow (-1M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PCYO scores higher overall (61/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 46.6% margins and 58.8% revenue growth. 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 States Water Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
American States Water Company provides water and electricity services to residential, commercial, industrial and other customers in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Dimas, California.
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UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Pure Cycle Corporation designs, builds, operates and maintains water and wastewater systems in the Denver metropolitan area and Colorado Front Range in the United States. The company is headquartered in Watkins, Colorado.
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