Everpure, Inc. (P)vsEssential Utilities Inc (WTRG)
P
Everpure, Inc.
$74.63
+2.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $23.67B
WTRG
Essential Utilities Inc
$37.54
+0.13%
UTILITIES · Cap: $10.77B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Everpure, Inc. generates 48% more annual revenue ($3.66B vs $2.47B). WTRG leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 5.1%. P appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.61. WTRG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).
P
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
WTRG
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for P.
Margin of Safety
+47.4%
Fair Value
$71.13
Current Price
$37.54
$33.59 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 139.7% YoY
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 32.4%
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.7% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 17.0x book value
5.1% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 30.0%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : P
The strongest argument for P centers on EPS Growth, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WTRG
The strongest argument for WTRG centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.9% and operating margin at 32.4%. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : P
The primary concerns for P are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. A P/E of 130.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WTRG
The primary concerns for WTRG are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
P carries more volatility with a beta of 1.44 — expect wider price swings.
P is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
P generates stronger free cash flow (201M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
WTRG scores higher overall (60/100 vs 55/100), backed by strong 24.9% margins and 15.7% revenue growth. 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.
Everpure, Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
Pandora Media, Inc. provides music discovery platform services in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Oakland, California.
Essential Utilities Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Essential Utilities, Inc. operates regulated utilities that provide water, wastewater, or natural gas services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania.
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