Energy of Minas Gerais Co DRC (CIG-C)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
CIG-C
Energy of Minas Gerais Co DRC
$3.40
+4.62%
UTILITIES · Cap: $9.87B
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$33.63
+2.09%
UTILITIES · Cap: $118.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy of Minas Gerais Co DRC generates 12% more annual revenue ($42.75B vs $38.09B). SBS leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs 11.5%. CIG-C appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
CIG-C
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
SBS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CIG-C.
Margin of Safety
-3.2%
Fair Value
$28.67
Current Price
$33.63
$4.96 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 88.1% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 34.6%
Revenue surging 43.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 87.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Areas to Watch
2.9% revenue growth
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CIG-C
The strongest argument for CIG-C centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. PEG of 0.33 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SBS
The strongest argument for SBS centers on PEG Ratio, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.2% and operating margin at 34.6%. Revenue growth of 43.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CIG-C
The primary concerns for CIG-C are Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 67.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CIG-C profiles as a value stock while SBS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CIG-C carries more volatility with a beta of 0.24 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — sustainability is the question.
CIG-C generates stronger free cash flow (440M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 72/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Energy of Minas Gerais Co DRC
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Companhia Energtica de Minas Gerais, is dedicated to the generation, transmission, distribution and sale of energy in Brazil. The company is headquartered in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de So Paulo - SABESP provides water and sewerage services to residential, commercial, industrial and government clients. The company is headquartered in So Paulo, Brazil.
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