Flex Ltd (FLEX)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
FLEX
Flex Ltd
$134.73
+39.69%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $33.72B
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
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 42% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $26.83B). SBS leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs 3.2%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
FLEX
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
SBS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+2.8%
Fair Value
$66.68
Current Price
$134.73
$68.05 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Trading at 9.7x book value
3.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : FLEX
The strongest argument for FLEX centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.94 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 : FLEX
The primary concerns for FLEX are Price/Book, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity. A P/E of 41.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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
FLEX profiles as a value stock while SBS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
FLEX carries more volatility with a beta of 1.45 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — sustainability is the question.
FLEX generates stronger free cash flow (272M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. 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.
Flex Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Flex Ltd. provides design, engineering, manufacturing and supply chain services and solutions to OEMs in Asia, the Americas and Europe. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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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