Cadiz Inc (CDZI)vsCalifornia Water Service Group (CWT)
CDZI
Cadiz Inc
$3.14
+5.37%
UTILITIES · Cap: $269.08M
CWT
California Water Service Group
$50.50
-2.38%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.08B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
California Water Service Group generates 6642% more annual revenue ($1.01B vs $14.99M). CWT leads profitability with a 11.8% profit margin vs -221.4%. CDZI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. CWT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
CDZI
Avoid20
out of 100
Grade: F
CWT
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CDZI.
Margin of Safety
+21.0%
Fair Value
$55.86
Current Price
$50.50
$5.36 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 16.5x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 6.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CDZI
CDZI has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : CWT
The strongest argument for CWT centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : CDZI
The primary concerns for CDZI are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 7.53 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : CWT
The primary concerns for CWT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CDZI profiles as a turnaround stock while CWT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CDZI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
CWT is growing revenue faster at 5.2% — sustainability is the question.
CDZI generates stronger free cash flow (-6M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CWT scores higher overall (51/100 vs 20/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Cadiz Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Cadiz Inc. is a natural resource development company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
California Water Service Group
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
California Water Service Group provides public water and related services in California, Washington, New Mexico and Hawaii. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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