Chesapeake Utilities Corporation (CPK)vsSouthwest Gas Holdings Inc (SWX)
CPK
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
$123.44
-0.85%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.98B
SWX
Southwest Gas Holdings Inc
$85.82
-0.61%
UTILITIES · Cap: $6.24B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Southwest Gas Holdings Inc generates 109% more annual revenue ($1.94B vs $930.00M). SWX leads profitability with a 22.7% profit margin vs 15.1%. SWX appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.15. CPK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
CPK
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
SWX
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+46.3%
Fair Value
$242.55
Current Price
$123.44
$119.11 discount
Margin of Safety
-289.0%
Fair Value
$22.10
Current Price
$85.82
$63.72 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.5%
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 21.1% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 33.9%
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
ROE of 6.1% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 13.1%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CPK
The strongest argument for CPK centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.1% and operating margin at 28.5%. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SWX
The strongest argument for SWX centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.7% and operating margin at 33.9%.
Bear Case : CPK
The primary concerns for CPK are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : SWX
The primary concerns for SWX are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CPK profiles as a growth stock while SWX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
CPK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
CPK is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
CPK generates stronger free cash flow (-179M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CPK scores higher overall (69/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 15.1% margins and 20.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is a power supply company. The company is headquartered in Dover, Delaware.
Visit Website →Southwest Gas Holdings Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. purchases, distributes and transports natural gas in Arizona, Nevada and California. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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