California Water Service Group (CWT)vsUbiquiti Networks Inc (UI)
CWT
California Water Service Group
$43.03
-0.02%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.54B
UI
Ubiquiti Networks Inc
$1,028.31
+1.32%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $61.72B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ubiquiti Networks Inc generates 194% more annual revenue ($2.97B vs $1.01B). UI leads profitability with a 29.9% profit margin vs 11.8%. UI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.10. UI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
CWT
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
UI
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+30.3%
Fair Value
$63.31
Current Price
$43.03
$20.28 discount
Margin of Safety
-85.1%
Fair Value
$385.30
Current Price
$1028.31
$643.01 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 136 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.9%
Revenue surging 35.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 70.8% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 7.2% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 69.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 61.2x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CWT
The strongest argument for CWT centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : UI
The strongest argument for UI centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.9% and operating margin at 35.9%. Revenue growth of 35.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CWT
The primary concerns for CWT are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : UI
The primary concerns for UI are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 69.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CWT profiles as a value stock while UI is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
UI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
UI is growing revenue faster at 35.8% — sustainability is the question.
UI generates stronger free cash flow (259M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UI scores higher overall (71/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 29.9% margins and 35.8% revenue growth. CWT offers better value entry with a 30.3% margin of safety. 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.
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 →Ubiquiti Networks Inc
TECHNOLOGY · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Ubiquiti Inc. develops network technology for service providers, businesses and consumers. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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