California Water Service Group (CWT)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
CWT
California Water Service Group
$47.15
-1.40%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.87B
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$4.67
-1.89%
UTILITIES · Cap: $16.70B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 3777% more annual revenue ($40.88B vs $1.05B). SBS leads profitability with a 19.7% profit margin vs 12.6%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
CWT
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
SBS
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+21.0%
Fair Value
$55.89
Current Price
$47.15
$8.74 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SBS.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.2%
16.5% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 31.4% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 31.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 6.7% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 33.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CWT
The strongest argument for CWT centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : SBS
The strongest argument for SBS centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.7% and operating margin at 31.5%. Revenue growth of 13.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CWT
The primary concerns for CWT are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CWT profiles as a growth stock while SBS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
CWT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.48 — expect wider price swings.
CWT is growing revenue faster at 16.5% — sustainability is the question.
CWT generates stronger free cash flow (-83M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (72/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 19.7% margins and 13.9% revenue growth. CWT offers better value entry with a 21.0% margin of safety. 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.
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.
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.
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