Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)vsSolarBank Corporation Common Stock (SUUN)
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$33.63
+2.09%
UTILITIES · Cap: $118.61B
SUUN
SolarBank Corporation Common Stock
$0.58
-9.53%
UTILITIES · Cap: $29.80M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 85302% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $44.60M). SBS leads profitability with a 22.2% profit margin vs -21.9%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
SBS
Strong Buy77
out of 100
Grade: B+
SUUN
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-3.2%
Fair Value
$28.67
Current Price
$33.63
$4.96 premium
Margin of Safety
+49.2%
Fair Value
$2.60
Current Price
$0.58
$2.02 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -22.0% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : SUUN
The strongest argument for SUUN centers on Price/Book.
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.
Bear Case : SUUN
The primary concerns for SUUN are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 3.24 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SBS profiles as a growth stock while SUUN is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
SBS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.20 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — sustainability is the question.
SUUN generates stronger free cash flow (3M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 28/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. SUUN offers better value entry with a 49.2% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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.
SolarBank Corporation Common Stock
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - RENEWABLE · USA
PowerBank Corporation is an independent renewable and clean energy project developer, power producer, and asset operator in Canada and the United States. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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