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Consolidated Water Co Ltd(CWCO)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CWCO
09/25/2026: CWCO (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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 style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers moderate growth potential tied to infrastructure expansion but is limited by the scale of its niche markets. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | The stock may see momentum during project announcements, but it is typically a lower-beta, utility-style investment. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The stock often trades at reasonable valuations relative to its long-term contract-backed cash flows. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | Consistent dividend payments make it attractive for income-focused portfolios seeking stability. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | Regulated, contract-based revenue streams offer a degree of predictability compared to cyclical industries. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | As a small-cap stock, it can experience wider price swings than larger, more liquid utilities. |
| Valuation risk | Low | The stock generally trades based on fundamental utility earnings, limiting extreme valuation bubbles. |
| Competition risk (Infrastructure) | Medium / high | Larger firms have more resources to outbid the company on significant desalination projects. |
| Business quality | Medium | Strong, contract-backed cash flows underpin the company's stability. |
| Dividend income | Medium | While consistent, yields are often modest compared to larger legacy utilities. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Complex engineering projects are subject to potential delays and cost overruns. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -32.72% | Avg. Invested days 36 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 446.12M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 27.31 | 1Y Target Price 43 |
Price to earnings Ratio 27.31 | 1Y Target Price 43 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 87.5K shares | Beta 0.52 | 52 Weeks Range 27.54 - 38.77 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 27.54 - 38.77 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.01% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.02 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk Water Services | Reverse osmosis plant operations and water supply contracts. | This is the primary driver of consistent, contract-based cash flow. |
| Retail Water Utility | Water distribution and billing in the Cayman Islands. | Provides stable, monopoly-like recurring revenue. |
| Services and Manufacturing | Engineering and supply of desalination equipment. | These segments provide project-based growth opportunities. |
| Geography: Caribbean | Operational 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
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 27.31 | Forward PE 21.01 | Enterprise Value 319.99M | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.5 |
Enterprise Value 319.99M | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.5 | ||
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 68.43 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Consolidated Water Co Ltd
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters - | ||
IPO Launch date 1995-06-01 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Frederick W. McTaggart | ||
Sector Utilities | Industry Utilities - Regulated Water | Full time employees 293 | Website https://www.cwco.com |
Full time employees 293 | Website https://www.cwco.com | ||
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. It operates through Retail, Bulk, Services, and Manufacturing segments. The company 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 utilities. It 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, the company 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.
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