American States Water Company (AWR)vsThe TJX Companies Inc (TJX)
AWR
American States Water Company
$75.84
-0.47%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.95B
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 9074% more annual revenue ($60.37B vs $658.07M). AWR leads profitability with a 19.8% profit margin vs 9.1%. AWR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.71. TJX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
AWR
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TJX
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-3.5%
Fair Value
$68.58
Current Price
$75.84
$7.26 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.8%
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
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 1.2%
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 : 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 : TJX
The strongest argument for TJX centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap.
Bear Case : AWR
The primary concerns for AWR are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TJX
The primary concerns for TJX are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWR profiles as a mature stock while TJX is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
TJX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
AWR is growing revenue faster at 14.8% — sustainability is the question.
TJX generates stronger free cash flow (2.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AWR scores higher overall (56/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 19.8% margins and 14.8% 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.
Visit Website →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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