Chevron Corp (CVX)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
CVX
Chevron Corp
$185.16
-3.88%
ENERGY · Cap: $379.72B
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
Chevron Corp generates 388% more annual revenue ($185.73B vs $38.09B). SBS leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs 5.9%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
CVX
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
SBS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-52.3%
Fair Value
$126.47
Current Price
$185.16
$58.69 premium
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.5% revenue growth
ROE of 7.2% — below average capital efficiency
5.9% margin — thin
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 : CVX
The strongest argument for CVX centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. PEG of 1.10 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 : CVX
The primary concerns for CVX are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on 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
CVX profiles as a value stock while SBS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CVX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — sustainability is the question.
CVX generates stronger free cash flow (-1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. 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.
Chevron Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Chevron Corporation is an American multinational energy corporation. One of the successor companies of Standard Oil, it is headquartered in San Ramon, California, and active in more than 180 countries. Chevron is engaged in every aspect of the oil and natural gas industries, including hydrocarbon exploration and production; refining, marketing and transport; chemicals manufacturing and sales; and power generation.
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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