CubeSmart (CUBE)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
CUBE
CubeSmart
$40.28
+2.83%
REAL ESTATE · Cap: $9.20B
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$33.29
-1.01%
UTILITIES · Cap: $118.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 3257% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $1.13B). CUBE leads profitability with a 28.9% profit margin vs 22.2%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
CUBE
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
SBS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+33.3%
Fair Value
$57.89
Current Price
$40.28
$17.61 discount
Margin of Safety
-3.2%
Fair Value
$28.67
Current Price
$33.29
$4.62 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 40.3%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
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
Moderate valuation
3.3% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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 : CUBE
The strongest argument for CUBE centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.9% and operating margin at 40.3%.
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 : CUBE
The primary concerns for CUBE are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity.
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
CUBE profiles as a value stock while SBS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CUBE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — sustainability is the question.
CUBE generates stronger free cash flow (149M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. CUBE offers better value entry with a 33.3% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
CubeSmart
REAL ESTATE · REIT - INDUSTRIAL · USA
CubeSmart is a self-managed and self-managed real estate investment trust.
Visit Website →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.
Compare with Other REIT - INDUSTRIAL Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?