Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)vsTalen Energy Corporation (TLN)
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$5.35
+2.01%
UTILITIES · Cap: $19.18B
TLN
Talen Energy Corporation
$364.74
-3.53%
UTILITIES · Cap: $16.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 1125% more annual revenue ($39.63B vs $3.24B). SBS leads profitability with a 22.0% profit margin vs -0.7%. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 79/100 (B+).
SBS
Strong Buy79
out of 100
Grade: B+
TLN
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 33.9%
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.3% revenue growth
Revenue surging 96.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 34.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Trading at 15.4x book value
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.0% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SBS
The strongest argument for SBS centers on PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.0% and operating margin at 33.9%. Revenue growth of 18.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TLN
The strongest argument for TLN centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 96.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TLN
The primary concerns for TLN are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 6.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SBS profiles as a growth stock while TLN is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TLN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.60 — expect wider price swings.
TLN is growing revenue faster at 96.7% — sustainability is the question.
SBS generates stronger free cash flow (722M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (79/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 22.0% margins and 18.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Talen Energy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - INDEPENDENT POWER PRODUCERS · USA
Talen Energy Corporation (Ticker: TLN) is a prominent power generation and infrastructure firm based in the United States, focused on delivering reliable and sustainable energy solutions through a diverse portfolio that encompasses both traditional and renewable sources. The company's strategic initiatives are aimed at addressing the increasing demand for electricity while enhancing environmental sustainability and grid resilience. With a commitment to innovation and technological advancement, Talen Energy is well-positioned to capitalize on the evolving energy landscape, making it an appealing investment opportunity for institutional investors seeking exposure to the transition toward cleaner energy alternatives.
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