Emera Incorporated (EMA)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
EMA
Emera Incorporated
$52.53
-0.76%
UTILITIES · Cap: $16.08B
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$33.63
+2.09%
UTILITIES · Cap: $118.61B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 334% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $8.78B). SBS leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs 12.4%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
EMA
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
SBS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+36.9%
Fair Value
$77.78
Current Price
$52.53
$25.25 discount
Margin of Safety
-3.2%
Fair Value
$28.67
Current Price
$33.63
$4.96 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Earnings declined 56.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : EMA
The strongest argument for EMA centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.19 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 : EMA
The primary concerns for EMA are EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
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
EMA profiles as a value stock while SBS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EMA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.46 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — sustainability is the question.
EMA generates stronger free cash flow (-753M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. EMA offers better value entry with a 36.9% 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.
Emera Incorporated
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Emera Incorporated, an energy and services company, invests in generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity in the United States, Canada, Barbados, and the Bahamas. The company is headquartered in Halifax, Canada.
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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