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Consolidated Water Co Ltd(CWCO)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 1 day
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
0.00%
LAST CLOSE
$30.58
10/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CWCO

10/09/2026: CWCO (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Consolidated Water Co Ltd is a water infrastructure company that operates specialized seawater desalination plants and distribution systems primarily in the Caribbean and the United States. Its core strengths lie in its stable, long-term government contracts and technical expertise in reverse osmosis, which provide predictable cash flow. The company's primary growth story involves expanding its engineering and services footprint into the U.S. market. Risks include geographic concentration, energy cost volatility, and competition from significantly larger infrastructure firms. The stock may best suit value and dividend-oriented investors seeking defensive exposure, and investors should monitor contract renewal success and the scaling of U.S.-based operations.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers moderate growth potential tied to infrastructure expansion but is limited by the scale of its niche markets.
Momentum investorMixed fitThe stock may see momentum during project announcements, but it is typically a lower-beta, utility-style investment.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at reasonable valuations relative to its long-term contract-backed cash flows.
Dividend investorStrong fitConsistent dividend payments make it attractive for income-focused portfolios seeking stability.
Low-risk investorStrong fitRegulated, contract-based revenue streams offer a degree of predictability compared to cyclical industries.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumAs a small-cap stock, it can experience wider price swings than larger, more liquid utilities.
Valuation riskLowThe stock generally trades based on fundamental utility earnings, limiting extreme valuation bubbles.
Competition risk (Infrastructure)Medium / highLarger firms have more resources to outbid the company on significant desalination projects.
Business qualityMediumStrong, contract-backed cash flows underpin the company's stability.
Dividend incomeMediumWhile consistent, yields are often modest compared to larger legacy utilities.
Execution riskMediumComplex engineering projects are subject to potential delays and cost overruns.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -28.88%
Avg. Invested days 33
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CWCO receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CWCO has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong cash generation (FCF margin 25.1%) and solid profitability (net margin 13.9%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-35.1%), slightly negative revenue growth (-1.4%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CWCO's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 55.1%). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is CWCO's strongest growth driver at +11.2% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-1.4%, slightly negative) and earnings growth (-35.1%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 68.4% and approximately 94.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 5.47% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.93%
Morgan Stanley - Brokerage Accounts 5.64%
AltraVue Capital, LLC 4.25%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.18%
TSP Capital Management Group/LLC 2.99%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CWCO generates approximately $360 of gross profit, $138 of operating income, and $251 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains solid.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 10.12%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
CWCO has a liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Low VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 489.67M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 29.98
1Y Target Price 43
Price to earnings Ratio 29.98
1Y Target Price 43
Volume (30-day avg) 93.4K shares
Beta 0.51
52 Weeks Range 27.23 - 38.58
Updated Date 10/11/2026
52 Weeks Range 27.23 - 38.58
Updated Date 10/11/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.85%
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.02

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Bulk Water ServicesReverse osmosis plant operations and water supply contracts.This is the primary driver of consistent, contract-based cash flow.
Retail Water UtilityWater distribution and billing in the Cayman Islands.Provides stable, monopoly-like recurring revenue.
Services and ManufacturingEngineering and supply of desalination equipment.These segments provide project-based growth opportunities.
Geography: CaribbeanOperational base in the Cayman Islands and Bahamas.The company's performance is tied to regional economic and tourism activity.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 29.98
Forward PE 21.01
Enterprise Value 319.99M
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.84
Enterprise Value 319.99M
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.84
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.57
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.43
Shares Outstanding 16.01M
Shares Floating 15.13M
Shares Outstanding 16.01M
Shares Floating 15.13M
Percent Insiders 5.47
Percent Institutions 68.44

Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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