SJW [SJW] vs Essential Utilities [WTRG] Detailed Stock Comparison
SJW
NASDAQ
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Essential Utilities
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: SJW wins in 9 metrics, Essential Utilities wins in 11 metrics, with 0 ties. Essential Utilities appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | SJW | Essential Utilities | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 18.29 | 16.82 | Essential Utilities |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.34 | 1.64 | SJW |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 133.31 | 116.11 | Essential Utilities |
| PEG Ratio | 18.66 | 0.47 | Essential Utilities |
| EV/EBITDA | 12.32 | 14.41 | SJW |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 12.89% | 27.62% | Essential Utilities |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 22.37% | 35.92% | Essential Utilities |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 22.37% | 35.92% | Essential Utilities |
| Return on Equity | 7.49% | 10.03% | Essential Utilities |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 2.56% | 3.14% | Essential Utilities |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-185.11M | $-559.40M | SJW |
| Dividend Yield | 3.15% | 3.53% | Essential Utilities |
| 1-Year Return | -10.25% | 0.59% | Essential Utilities |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 2.45 | 4.70 | SJW |
| Enterprise Value | $3.72B | $18.62B | Essential Utilities |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 4.85 | 7.96 | SJW |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 60.34% | 60.14% | SJW |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $23 | $8 | SJW |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $3.00 | $2.33 | SJW |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.57 | 0.76 | SJW |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
SJW vs Essential Utilities Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SJW | -1.11% | 0.73% | -0.42% | 2.09% | 11.81% | 7.49% |
| Essential Utilities | -0.13% | 0.38% | 4.67% | 0.85% | 7.31% | 8.82% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SJW | -10.25% | -17.59% | -19.54% | 67.15% | 122.39% | 109.57% |
| Essential Utilities | 0.59% | -22.00% | -7.98% | 52.96% | 146.51% | 95.61% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: SJW vs Essential Utilities
| Metric | SJW | WTRG |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $1.88B | $10.99B |
| Market Cap Category | Small cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 226,623 | 1,914,090 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 228,109 | 1,833,110 |
| Last Close | $52.35 | $39.22 |
| 52 Week Range | $44.91 - $62.18 | $33.18 - $41.65 |
| % from 52W High | -15.81% | -5.83% |
| All-Time High | $83.88 (Dec 26, 2022) | $54.52 (Feb 17, 2020) |
| % from All-Time High | -37.59% | -28.06% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.12% | 0.19% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.42% | 0.43% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.13% | 0.28% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.22% | 0.36% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.07% | 0.10% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 133.31 | 116.11 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $40.88 | $23.96 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.69 | $0.09 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $187.49M | $915.75M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-147,291,632 | $-700,683,264 |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 3.15% | 3.53% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.64 | $1.32 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: SJW vs Essential Utilities
| Metric | SJW | WTRG |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 18.29 | 16.82 |
| Forward P/E | 18.66 | 18.40 |
| PEG Ratio | 18.66 | 0.47 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 2.45 | 4.70 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.34 | 1.64 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $1.88B | $10.99B |
| Enterprise Value | $3.72B | $18.62B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 4.85 | 7.96 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 12.32 | 14.41 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.57 | 0.76 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $40.88 | $23.96 |
Financial Statements Comparison: SJW vs Essential Utilities
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | SJW | WTRG |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $167.60M | $783.63M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $66.47M | $322.47M |
| Gross Profit | $101.13M | $461.16M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $35.90M | $338.91M |
| EBITDA | $67.93M | $438.57M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $20.02M | $263.19M |
| Income Tax | $3.47M | $-20.60M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $16.55M | $283.79M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | SJW | WTRG |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $23.70M | $20.78M |
| Total Current Assets | $197.27M | $494.48M |
| Total Current Liabilities | $296.68M | $756.61M |
| Long-Term Debt | $1.69B | $7.55B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $1.40B | $6.46B |
| Retained Earnings | $539.58M | $2.14B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $44.66M | $16.57B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | SJW | WTRG |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $44.99M | $347.34M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-84.76M | $-270.54M |
| Free Cash Flow | $-41.58M | $28.98M |
| Debt Repayment | $-35.01M | $-689.61M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | $-2.23M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | SJW | WTRG |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 569,988 | 4.37M |
| Short Ratio | 1.87 | 2.49 |
| Short % of Float | 0.02% | 0.02% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 226,623 | 1,914,090 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 228,109 | 1,833,110 |
| Shares Outstanding | 33.63M | 274.82M |
| Float Shares | 31.47M | 279.59M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.08% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.83% | 0.83% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: SJW vs Essential Utilities
| Metric | SJW | WTRG |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.64 | $1.32 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 3.15% | 3.53% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $1.56 | $1.24 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.63% | 0.77% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $4.68 | $3.72 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | May 12, 2025 | May 13, 2025 |