SBSP3:BMFBOVESPACompanhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo SABESP Analysis
Data as of 2026-03-13 - not real-time
R$145.39
Latest Price
5/10Risk
Risk Level: Medium
Executive Summary
Price action: SABESP is trading at R$145.39, comfortably above its 50‑day SMA (R$141.79) and near the identified support level of R$141.39, while still below the 20‑day SMA (R$150.57). The RSI sits at 46, indicating a neutral momentum, and the MACD shows a bearish histogram, suggesting short‑term pressure despite an overall bullish trend direction. Dividend yield of 4.34% with a modest 35% payout adds an attractive income component.
Fundamentals & news: The stock’s PE of 14.2 is well under the industry average of 23.3, but the DCF fair value of roughly R$105 flags it as overvalued at current levels. Revenue is down 37% YoY and free cash flow is negative, while debt‑to‑equity sits at a high 81.8%, raising balance‑sheet concerns. Recent material news reports SABESP’s acquisition of a controlling stake in EMAE for R$1.13 bn, which could expand its service base but also increase leverage.
Fundamentals & news: The stock’s PE of 14.2 is well under the industry average of 23.3, but the DCF fair value of roughly R$105 flags it as overvalued at current levels. Revenue is down 37% YoY and free cash flow is negative, while debt‑to‑equity sits at a high 81.8%, raising balance‑sheet concerns. Recent material news reports SABESP’s acquisition of a controlling stake in EMAE for R$1.13 bn, which could expand its service base but also increase leverage.
Market Outlook
Short Term
< 1 yearPositive
Model confidence: 7/10
Key Factors
- Price above 50‑day SMA and near strong support
- Attractive dividend yield of 4.34%
- Bullish overall trend despite short‑term MACD bearishness
Medium Term
1–3 yearsNeutral
Model confidence: 6/10
Key Factors
- Overvaluation relative to DCF fair value
- High debt level and negative free cash flow
- Revenue contraction offset by regulated revenue stability
Long Term
> 3 yearsNeutral
Model confidence: 5/10
Key Factors
- Regulated monopoly position in São Paulo utilities
- Sustainable dividend policy with modest payout ratio
- Macro‑economic and currency risks in Brazil
Key Metrics & Analysis
Financial Health
Revenue Growth-37.20%
Profit Margin20.81%
P/E Ratio14.2
ROE17.89%
ROA7.54%
Debt/Equity81.78
P/B Ratio2.4
Op. Cash FlowR$10.1B
Free Cash FlowR$-1107083648
Industry P/E23.3
Technical Analysis
TrendBullish
RSI46.6
SupportR$141.39
ResistanceR$158.75
MA 20R$150.57
MA 50R$141.79
MA 200R$126.05
MACDBearish
VolumeDecreasing
Fear & Greed Index73.32
Valuation
Fair ValueR$105.36
Target PriceR$154.57
Upside/Downside6.31%
GradeOvervalued
TypeValue
Dividend Yield4.34%
Risk Assessment
Beta0.18
Volatility24.90%
Sector RiskLow
Reg. RiskMedium
Geo RiskMedium
Currency RiskMedium
Liquidity RiskMedium
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