Cadiz Inc (CDZI)vsCalifornia Water Service Group (CWT)
CDZI
Cadiz Inc
$4.82
+1.26%
UTILITIES · Cap: $386.22M
CWT
California Water Service Group
$43.94
-0.75%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
California Water Service Group generates 6159% more annual revenue ($1.00B vs $15.98M). CWT leads profitability with a 12.8% profit margin vs -2.1%. CDZI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.51. CWT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 47/100 (D+).
CDZI
Avoid29
out of 100
Grade: F
CWT
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CDZI.
Margin of Safety
-202.0%
Fair Value
$14.62
Current Price
$43.94
$29.32 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 28.7% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 14.2x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 7.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 100.0%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CDZI
The strongest argument for CDZI centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 28.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : CWT
The primary concerns for CWT are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CDZI profiles as a growth stock while CWT is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CDZI carries more volatility with a beta of 2.11 — expect wider price swings.
CDZI is growing revenue faster at 28.7% — sustainability is the question.
CDZI generates stronger free cash flow (-7M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CWT scores higher overall (47/100 vs 29/100). Both earn "Hold" 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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