Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)vsEssential Utilities Inc (WTRG)
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$29.86
+2.61%
UTILITIES · Cap: $20.83B
WTRG
Essential Utilities Inc
$39.65
-0.13%
UTILITIES · Cap: $11.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 1439% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $2.47B). WTRG leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 22.2%. SBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.47. SBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 87/100 (A).
SBS
Exceptional Buy87
out of 100
Grade: A
WTRG
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+72.9%
Fair Value
$109.04
Current Price
$29.86
$79.18 discount
Margin of Safety
-150.3%
Fair Value
$14.96
Current Price
$39.65
$24.69 premium
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
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.4%
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
15.7% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
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 : 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 : WTRG
The strongest argument for WTRG centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.9% and operating margin at 32.4%. Revenue growth of 15.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : WTRG
The primary concerns for WTRG are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WTRG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.80 — expect wider price swings.
SBS is growing revenue faster at 43.9% — 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 60/100), backed by strong 22.2% margins and 43.9% revenue growth. 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.
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.
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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