NRG Energy Inc. (NRG)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
NRG
NRG Energy Inc.
$113.46
+1.62%
UTILITIES · Cap: $25.15B
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$5.29
-0.56%
UTILITIES · Cap: $18.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 23% more annual revenue ($40.88B vs $33.12B). SBS leads profitability with a 19.7% profit margin vs 2.6%. NRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
NRG
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
SBS
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 31.5%
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
2.6% margin — thin
Earnings declined 85.6%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 33.9%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NRG
The strongest argument for NRG centers on PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 11.0% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SBS
The strongest argument for SBS centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.7% and operating margin at 31.5%. Revenue growth of 13.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NRG
The primary concerns for NRG are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 4.83 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NRG profiles as a value stock while SBS is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
NRG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.17 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 13.9% — sustainability is the question.
NRG generates stronger free cash flow (779M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (69/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 19.7% margins and 13.9% 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.
NRG Energy Inc.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
NRG Energy, Inc. is a large American energy company, headquartered in Houston, Texas. It was formerly the wholesale arm of Northern States Power Company (NSP), which became Xcel Energy, but became independent in 2000. NRG Energy is involved in energy generation and retail electricity.
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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