MDU Resources Group Inc (MDU)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
MDU
MDU Resources Group Inc
$22.53
+2.64%
UTILITIES · Cap: $4.49B
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 1932% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $1.88B). SBS leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs 10.2%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
MDU
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
SBS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-47.1%
Fair Value
$13.95
Current Price
$22.53
$8.58 premium
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
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Earnings expanding 39.4% YoY
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
ROE of 7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.3%
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 : MDU
The strongest argument for MDU centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, EPS 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 : MDU
The primary concerns for MDU are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
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
MDU profiles as a declining stock while SBS is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MDU carries more volatility with a beta of 0.37 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — sustainability is the question.
MDU generates stronger free cash flow (-358M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 61/100), 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.
MDU Resources Group Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
MDU Resources Group, Inc. is involved in the regulated power supply and construction materials and services businesses in the United States. The company is headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota.
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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