Global Water Resources Inc (GWRS)vsH2O America (HTO)
GWRS
Global Water Resources Inc
$8.71
-0.68%
UTILITIES · Cap: $257.14M
HTO
H2O America
$62.66
-0.59%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
H2O America generates 1278% more annual revenue ($828.50M vs $60.11M). HTO leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 5.2%. HTO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.68. HTO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
GWRS
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
HTO
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GWRS.
Margin of Safety
+29.8%
Fair Value
$74.04
Current Price
$62.66
$11.38 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 62.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 25.4%
Revenue surging 24.8% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 21.3%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.4% — below average capital efficiency
5.2% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
ROE of 6.5% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GWRS
The strongest argument for GWRS centers on EPS Growth, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 24.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HTO
The strongest argument for HTO centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : GWRS
The primary concerns for GWRS are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 81.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 1.60 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : HTO
The primary concerns for HTO are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GWRS profiles as a growth stock while HTO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GWRS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.89 — expect wider price swings.
GWRS is growing revenue faster at 24.8% — sustainability is the question.
GWRS generates stronger free cash flow (-2M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HTO scores higher overall (55/100 vs 50/100). Both earn "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.
Global Water Resources Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Global Water Resources, Inc., a water resources management company, owns, operates and manages regulated water, wastewater and recycled water services primarily in the Phoenix, Arizona metropolitan area. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
H2O America
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
H2O America, provides water utility and other related services in the United States. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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