Pure Cycle Corporation (PCYO)vsCompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)
PCYO
Pure Cycle Corporation
$9.88
-1.40%
UTILITIES · Cap: $249.10M
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$29.86
+2.61%
UTILITIES · Cap: $20.83B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 129157% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $29.47M). PCYO leads profitability with a 46.6% profit margin vs 22.2%. SBS trades at a lower P/E of 12.5x. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 87/100 (A).
PCYO
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
SBS
Exceptional Buy87
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+49.0%
Fair Value
$20.75
Current Price
$9.88
$10.87 discount
Margin of Safety
+72.9%
Fair Value
$109.04
Current Price
$29.86
$79.18 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 47 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.0%
Revenue surging 58.8% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 34.6%
Revenue surging 43.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 87.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PCYO
The strongest argument for PCYO centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 46.6% and operating margin at 48.0%. Revenue growth of 58.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : PCYO
The primary concerns for PCYO are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PCYO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.32 — expect wider price swings.
PCYO is growing revenue faster at 58.8% — sustainability is the question.
SBS generates stronger free cash flow (620M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (87/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. PCYO offers better value entry with a 49.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional 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.
Pure Cycle Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
Pure Cycle Corporation designs, builds, operates and maintains water and wastewater systems in the Denver metropolitan area and Colorado Front Range in the United States. The company is headquartered in Watkins, Colorado.
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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