Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR (SBS)vsThe York Water Company (YORW)
SBS
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
$29.86
+2.61%
UTILITIES · Cap: $20.83B
YORW
The York Water Company
$30.17
-0.10%
UTILITIES · Cap: $438.66M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR generates 49059% more annual revenue ($38.09B vs $77.49M). YORW leads profitability with a 25.9% 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
YORW
Buy54
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
-233.1%
Fair Value
$9.67
Current Price
$30.17
$20.50 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 33.7%
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Grey zone — moderate risk
Weak financial health signals
3.2% revenue growth
0.1% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
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 : YORW
The strongest argument for YORW centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.9% and operating margin at 33.7%.
Bear Case : SBS
The primary concerns for SBS are Altman Z-Score, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : YORW
The primary concerns for YORW are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SBS profiles as a growth stock while YORW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
YORW carries more volatility with a beta of 0.69 — 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.
Bottom Line
SBS scores higher overall (87/100 vs 54/100), 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.
The York Water Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED WATER · USA
The York Water Company seizes, purifies and distributes drinking water. The company is headquartered in York, Pennsylvania.
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