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Consolidated Water Co Ltd (CWCO)

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$33.63
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Profit since last BUY2.75%
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09/15/2025: CWCO (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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2 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $39.5

1 Year Target Price $39.5

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$39.5 Target price
52w Low $22.58
Current$33.63
52w High $34.26

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 29.5%
Avg. Invested days 40
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 528.93M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 31.63
1Y Target Price 39.5
Price to earnings Ratio 31.63
1Y Target Price 39.5
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 0.58
52 Weeks Range 22.58 - 34.26
Updated Date 09/15/2025
52 Weeks Range 22.58 - 34.26
Updated Date 09/15/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 1.40%
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.05

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Profitability

Profit Margin 12.24%
Operating Margin (TTM) 15.63%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 3.96%
Return on Equity (TTM) 8.01%

Valuation

Trailing PE 31.63
Forward PE 20.37
Enterprise Value 420196475
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.1
Enterprise Value 420196475
Price to Sales(TTM) 4.1
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.25
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 22.16
Shares Outstanding 15926800
Shares Floating 14936632
Shares Outstanding 15926800
Shares Floating 14936632
Percent Insiders 6.09
Percent Institutions 70.85

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Consolidated Water Co Ltd

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Company Overview

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Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in George Town, Cayman Islands. It initially focused on providing potable water to areas lacking freshwater resources, pioneering seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) technology in the Caribbean. Over time, it expanded its operations geographically and broadened its service offerings.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Retail Water Production and Distribution: Produces and distributes potable water to end users, primarily in the Cayman Islands, via a piped distribution network. It generates revenue through monthly service charges and consumption-based fees. The retail segment is the company's oldest and most established business segment.
  • Bulk Water Production and Sales: Designs, builds, and operates seawater desalination plants for governments and private entities under long-term contracts, selling water in bulk to customers in the British Virgin Islands, The Bahamas, and other Caribbean locations. Revenue is primarily based on water production volume.
  • Services: Provides engineering and management services, including plant design, construction supervision, and operational support, for water treatment facilities. Revenue is generated through fees for services provided to both related and unrelated parties.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The company is led by Frederick W. McTaggart as Chief Executive Officer. The organizational structure includes operational divisions for retail, bulk water, and services, overseen by a corporate management team responsible for strategic direction and financial oversight. A board of directors provides governance and sets overall company policy.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Potable Water (Retail): Consolidated Water provides potable water to residential, commercial, and government customers in Grand Cayman. Competitors include well water and alternative water sources, as well as other potential desalination providers. The company holds a significant market share in Grand Cayman due to its established infrastructure and long-term contracts.
  • Desalinated Water (Bulk): Supplies desalinated water to governments and resorts in the Caribbean region, e.g., The Bahamas. Competitors in this segment include Acciona Agua, Veolia, and other international desalination companies. Contracts can last between 10 to 20 years ensuring revenue.
  • Engineering and Operations Services: Offers water-related engineering and operational services to clients needing water treatment plants to be developed or maintained. Competitors in this segment includes engineering firms specializing in water treatment solutions. Projects ensure consistent revenue stream from consulting services.

Market Dynamics

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The water treatment and desalination industry is driven by increasing water scarcity, population growth, and stricter environmental regulations. Demand for reliable water solutions is rising globally, particularly in arid and coastal regions.

Positioning

Consolidated Water is a leading provider of desalination solutions in the Caribbean region. Its competitive advantages include its long-standing presence, technological expertise, and strong relationships with regional governments.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global water and wastewater treatment market is estimated to be over $200 billion USD. Consolidated Water is positioned to address a segment of this TAM, focusing on desalination solutions in regions facing water scarcity. Given their market focus, their TAM is estimated to be around $10 billion USD. The company's revenue compared to TAM suggest plenty of upside.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Established presence in the Caribbean
  • Proven expertise in SWRO technology
  • Long-term contracts with stable revenue streams
  • Strong relationships with regional governments
  • Vertically integrated operations

Weaknesses

  • Geographic concentration (high reliance on the Caribbean)
  • Sensitivity to regulatory changes
  • Exposure to currency fluctuations
  • Relatively small size compared to global competitors

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new geographic markets
  • Development of innovative water treatment technologies
  • Increased demand for desalination solutions
  • Growing demand for water services in tourism-dependent regions
  • Acquisition of smaller competitors

Threats

  • Increased competition from larger players
  • Fluctuations in energy prices (impacts desalination costs)
  • Political and economic instability in the Caribbean
  • Natural disasters (hurricanes, earthquakes)
  • Changes in environmental regulations

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • AWK
  • XYL
  • AQUA

Competitive Landscape

Consolidated Water operates in a competitive landscape with both large and small players. Its strengths include its regional expertise and long-standing relationships. Its weaknesses include its relatively small size and geographic concentration.

Major Acquisitions

PERC Water Corporation

  • Year: 2022
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 58.7
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded the company's presence in the U.S. water treatment market and provided access to new technologies.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Consolidated Water has grown through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. However, growth has been inconsistent over the years depending on projects.

Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on factors like expansion into new markets, increases in desalination demand, and project wins. Analyst estimates vary.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expansion of water treatment facilities and pursuit of new contracts in different regions.

Summary

Consolidated Water is a niche player in the water treatment and desalination industry, focused on the Caribbean and expanding into the US. The company benefits from long-term contracts, but also faces geographic concentration risks and increasing competition. The acquisition of PERC Water Corporation has diversified revenue streams and exposed the company to new markets. While profitable, changes in environmental regulations could affect the company's growth and margins. It is a medium strength company and needs to keep an eye on competitors and environmental changes.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. Investor Relations
  • Company SEC Filings
  • Industry Reports
  • Analyst Reports

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on publicly available information and is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice. Investment decisions should be made after consulting with a qualified financial advisor.

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About Consolidated Water Co Ltd

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 1995-06-01
CEO, President & Director Mr. Frederick W. McTaggart
Sector Utilities
Industry Utilities - Regulated Water
Full time employees 307
Full time employees 307

Consolidated Water Co. Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, supplies potable water, treats wastewater and water for reuse, and provides water-related products and services in the Cayman Islands, the Bahamas, the United States, and the British Virgin Islands. The company operates through Retail, Bulk, Services, and Manufacturing segments. It produces potable water from seawater utilizing reverse osmosis technology and supplies water to end-users, including residential, commercial, and government customers, as well as government-owned distributors. The company is also involved in design, construction, and sale of water production and treatment plants, as well as management and operation of water production plants, and treatment and reuse infrastructure for third parties; provision of water related consulting services; and production and supply of bulk water. In addition, it manufactures and services a range of specialized and custom water-related products and systems applicable to commercial, municipal, and industrial water production, supply, and treatment; reverse osmosis desalination, membrane separation, and filtration equipment; and piping systems, vessels, and custom-fabricated components. Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. was incorporated in 1973 and is headquartered in Grand Cayman, the Cayman Islands.