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Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR(SBS)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for SBS
10/02/2026: SBS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
SABESP is a major Brazilian utility company that provides essential water and sewage services across the State of São Paulo. Its primary strength lies in its expansive infrastructure and the newly established regulatory framework in Brazil that mandates sector-wide growth and modernization. The privatization process initiated in 2024 is a significant catalyst, intended to drive operational efficiency and attract private capital to meet these expansion goals. However, investors must consider risks related to currency volatility, political influence, and intense capital expenditure requirements. The stock is best suited for value or long-term investors monitoring the company's ability to execute its infrastructure mandate successfully.
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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 | While the sanitation sector has growth potential due to regulatory changes, growth is often limited by regulated returns. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock can show momentum during significant structural events like the recent privatization. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | As a regulated utility, the stock is often priced based on asset value and stable cash flow expectations. |
| Dividend investor | Mixed fit | Dividends are available but are prioritized behind intensive infrastructure capital expenditure needs. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Exposure to Brazilian political risk and currency volatility makes this higher risk than a typical US utility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock is subject to swings in the Brazilian real and investor sentiment regarding emerging markets. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Valuations are tied to regulated rate bases and the success of future infrastructure projects. |
| Competition risk (Sanitation sector) | Medium | New entrants under the New Sanitation Framework could impact regional dominance. |
| Business quality | Medium | While the franchise is strong, political and regulatory dependencies weigh on quality. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Payouts are often subject to the company's high capital reinvestment requirements. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | The company must successfully manage massive infrastructure upgrades to meet government mandates. |
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 -4.29% | Avg. Invested days 30 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/02/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 18.50B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 11.43 | 1Y Target Price 6.74 |
Price to earnings Ratio 11.43 | 1Y Target Price 6.74 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9.0M shares | Beta 0.07 | 52 Weeks Range 4.33 - 7.16 | Updated Date 10/02/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 4.33 - 7.16 | Updated Date 10/02/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.64% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.46 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Water and Sewage Services | Monthly billing for potable water supply and sewage collection/treatment based on usage tariffs. | SABESP earns money like a traditional utility by charging residents and businesses for essential water and waste services. |
Valuation
Trailing PE 11.43 | Forward PE 11.52 | Enterprise Value 25.17B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.45 |
Enterprise Value 25.17B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.45 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.16 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.17 | Shares Outstanding 3.52B | Shares Floating 2.35B |
Shares Outstanding 3.52B | Shares Floating 2.35B | ||
Percent Insiders - | Percent Institutions 12.23 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
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 Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP ADR
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters São Paulo, SP, Brazil | ||
IPO Launch date 2002-05-10 | CEO & Member of Executive Board Mr. Carlos Augusto Leone Piani C.F.A. | ||
Sector Utilities | Industry Utilities - Regulated Water | Full time employees 8914 | Website https://www.sabesp.com.br |
Full time employees 8914 | Website https://www.sabesp.com.br | ||
Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo - SABESP provides basic and environmental sanitation services in the São Paulo State, Brazil. It supplies treated water and sewage services on a wholesale basis. Companhia de Saneamento Básico do Estado de São Paulo - SABESP was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil.
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