Essential Utilities [WTRG] vs SJW [SJW] Detailed Stock Comparison
Essential Utilities
NYSE
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SJW
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Essential Utilities wins in 11 metrics, SJW wins in 9 metrics, with 0 ties. Essential Utilities appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Essential Utilities | SJW | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 16.82 | 18.29 | Essential Utilities |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.64 | 1.34 | SJW |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 116.11 | 133.31 | Essential Utilities |
| PEG Ratio | 0.47 | 18.66 | Essential Utilities |
| EV/EBITDA | 14.41 | 12.32 | SJW |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 27.62% | 12.89% | Essential Utilities |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 35.92% | 22.37% | Essential Utilities |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 35.92% | 22.37% | Essential Utilities |
| Return on Equity | 10.03% | 7.49% | Essential Utilities |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 3.14% | 2.56% | Essential Utilities |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-559.40M | $-185.11M | SJW |
| Dividend Yield | 3.53% | 3.15% | Essential Utilities |
| 1-Year Return | 0.59% | -10.25% | Essential Utilities |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 4.70 | 2.45 | SJW |
| Enterprise Value | $18.62B | $3.72B | Essential Utilities |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 7.96 | 4.85 | SJW |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 60.14% | 60.34% | SJW |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $8 | $23 | SJW |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $2.33 | $3.00 | SJW |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.76 | 0.57 | SJW |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Essential Utilities vs SJW Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essential Utilities | 1.07% | 1.17% | 4.26% | 2.80% | 7.05% | 9.99% |
| SJW | -1.11% | 0.73% | -0.42% | 2.09% | 11.81% | 7.49% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essential Utilities | 0.59% | -22.00% | -7.98% | 52.96% | 146.51% | 95.61% |
| SJW | -10.25% | -17.59% | -19.54% | 67.15% | 122.39% | 109.57% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Essential Utilities vs SJW
| Metric | WTRG | SJW |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $10.99B | $1.88B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Small cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 1,914,090 | 226,623 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 1,833,110 | 228,109 |
| Last Close | $39.64 | $52.35 |
| 52 Week Range | $33.18 - $41.65 | $44.91 - $62.18 |
| % from 52W High | -4.83% | -15.81% |
| All-Time High | $54.52 (Feb 17, 2020) | $83.88 (Dec 26, 2022) |
| % from All-Time High | -27.29% | -37.59% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.19% | 0.12% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.43% | 0.42% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.28% | 0.13% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.36% | 0.22% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.10% | 0.07% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 116.11 | 133.31 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $23.96 | $40.88 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.09 | $0.69 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $915.75M | $187.49M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-700,683,264 | $-147,291,632 |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 3.53% | 3.15% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.32 | $1.64 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Essential Utilities vs SJW
| Metric | WTRG | SJW |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 16.82 | 18.29 |
| Forward P/E | 18.40 | 18.66 |
| PEG Ratio | 0.47 | 18.66 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 4.70 | 2.45 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.64 | 1.34 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $10.99B | $1.88B |
| Enterprise Value | $18.62B | $3.72B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 7.96 | 4.85 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 14.41 | 12.32 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.76 | 0.57 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $23.96 | $40.88 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Essential Utilities vs SJW
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) | WTRG | SJW |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $783.63M | $167.60M |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $322.47M | $66.47M |
| Gross Profit | $461.16M | $101.13M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $338.91M | $35.90M |
| EBITDA | $438.57M | $67.93M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $263.19M | $20.02M |
| Income Tax | $-20.60M | $3.47M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $283.79M | $16.55M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | WTRG | SJW |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $20.78M | $23.70M |
| Total Current Assets | $494.48M | $197.27M |
| Total Current Liabilities | $756.61M | $296.68M |
| Long-Term Debt | $7.55B | $1.69B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $6.46B | $1.40B |
| Retained Earnings | $2.14B | $539.58M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $16.57B | $44.66M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | WTRG | SJW |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $347.34M | $44.99M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-270.54M | $-84.76M |
| Free Cash Flow | $28.98M | $-41.58M |
| Debt Repayment | $-689.61M | $-35.01M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-2.23M | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | WTRG | SJW |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 4.37M | 569,988 |
| Short Ratio | 2.49 | 1.87 |
| Short % of Float | 0.02% | 0.02% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 1,914,090 | 226,623 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 1,833,110 | 228,109 |
| Shares Outstanding | 274.82M | 33.63M |
| Float Shares | 279.59M | 31.47M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.00% | 0.08% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.83% | 0.83% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Essential Utilities vs SJW
| Metric | WTRG | SJW |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $1.32 | $1.64 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 3.53% | 3.15% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $1.24 | $1.56 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.77% | 0.63% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $3.72 | $4.68 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | May 13, 2025 | May 12, 2025 |