Zacks Investment Research·Jun 26, 2026
Why the Market Dipped But Consolidated Water (CWCO) Gained TodayIn the closing of the recent trading day, Consolidated Water (CWCO) stood at $29.49, denoting a +1.41% move from the preceding trading day.
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd.(CWCO)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
CWCO•NASDAQ•Utilities
$28.67
25.1× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutConsolidated Water Co. Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, designs, constructs, manages, and operates water production and water treatment plants primarily in the Cayman Islands, the Bahamas, and the United States. The company operates through four segments: Retail, Bulk, Services, and Manufacturing. It uses reverse osmosis technology to produce potable water from seawater. The company produces and supplies water to end-users, including residential, commercial, and government customers, as well as government-owned distributors. It also provides design, engineering, construction, procurement, and management services for desalination projects and water treatment plants, as well as management and engineering services relating to municipal water distribution and treatment. In addition, the company manufactures and services a range of water-related products, including reverse osmosis desalination equipment, membrane separation equipment, filtration equipment, piping systems, vessels, and custom fabricated components; and provides design, engineering, consulting, management, inspection, training, and equipment maintenance services for commercial, municipal, and industrial water production, supply, and treatment, as well as desalination and wastewater treatment. Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. was incorporated in 1973 and is headquartered in Grand Cayman, the Cayman Islands.Show more
- Revenue$132M-1.4%
- EBITDA$26M+3.6%
- Net Income$18M-35.1%
- Free Cash Flow$33M-47.7%
- EBITDA Margin19.6%+5.1%
- Net Margin13.88%-34.1%
- ROE8.3%-40.2%
- Interest Coverage4131.78+1925.0%
- Debt/Equity0.01-16.8%
CWCO Price & Volume
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Project Volatility Masks Core Utility Stability
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Strained
Financial:Fortress
Cash Flow:Stable
Primary Risk:Regulatory license renewal uncertainty
Key Thesis Takeaways
- Consolidated Water maintains a fortress balance sheet with a 0.01 debt-to-equity ratio, yet its earnings profile remains heavily distorted by lumpy, project-based revenue streams that complicate valuation.
- While the core retail water business provides a foundation, the company faces significant regulatory uncertainty regarding long-term license renewals in the Cayman Islands.
- Investors should weigh the firm's $126.3 million cash position against the persistent margin compression, which saw operating margins fall to 11.7% in 2026Q1.
Verdict Logic
while the company holds a robust $126.3 million cash position, the current forward P/E of 31.71 appears elevated given the inconsistent earnings growth and regulatory risks surrounding its core utility licenses.
CWCO Growth Metrics
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years8.74%
5 Years12.7%
3 Years11.96%
TTM0.26%
Profit CAGR
10 Years9.32%
5 Years37.64%
3 Years46.3%
TTM-34.76%
EPS CAGR
10 Years8.38%
5 Years13.32%
3 Years44.22%
TTM-35.01%
Return on Capital
10 Years6.32%
5 Years8.81%
3 Years12.46%
Last Year8.15%
CWCO Recent Earnings
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 8/12 qtrs (67%)●Beat Revenue 6/12 qtrs (50%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 11, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.24-11.1%
$0.27
Rev
$30M-6.0%
$32M
Q2 2026
Mar 16, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.19-32.1%
$0.28
Rev
$30M-16.5%
$36M
Q4 2025
Nov 10, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.34+41.7%
$0.24
Rev
$35M-1.1%
$36M
Q3 2025
Aug 11, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.32+60.0%
$0.20
Rev
$34M+3.2%
$33M
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 11, 2026 | $0.24vs $0.27-11.1% | $30Mvs $32M-6.0% |
| Q2 2026 | Mar 16, 2026 | $0.19vs $0.28-32.1% | $30Mvs $36M-16.5% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 10, 2025 | $0.34vs $0.24+41.7% | $35Mvs $36M-1.1% |
| Q3 2025 | Aug 11, 2025 | $0.32vs $0.20+60.0% | $34Mvs $33M+3.2% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Latest CWCO News
Recent stock market news and headlines for Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO)
GlobeNewsWire·Jun 24, 2026
Consolidated Water Receives 25-Year Exclusive Retail Water License for Grand Cayman Operations as Tourism Momentum ContinuesGEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands, June 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ Global Select Market: CWCO), a leading designer, builder and operator of advanced water treatment plants, today announced that its Cayman Islands retail water utility, Cayman Water Company Limited, has received a new license from the Utility Regulation and Competition Office of the Cayman Islands (“OfReg”) to provide potable water service to customers in its licensed service areas on Grand Cayman.
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 24, 2026
New Strong Sell Stocks for June 24thCWCO, GSL and MTH have been added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List on June 24th, 2026.
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 22, 2026
Consolidated Water (CWCO) Declines More Than Market: Some Information for InvestorsIn the closing of the recent trading day, Consolidated Water (CWCO) stood at $29.02, denoting a -2.91% move from the preceding trading day.
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $28.67 | $458.73M | 25.15 | -1.41% | 13.88% | 8.3% | 1.73% | |
| $55.82 | $1.04B | 23.65 | 1.47% | 22.07% | 9.07% | — | |
| $30.51 | $439.71M | 21.95 | 3.37% | — | 8.89% | — | |
| $34.13 | $352.37M | 15.44 | 4.62% | 20.31% | 9.36% | — | |
| $7.03 | $202.21M | 63.91 | 5.82% | 3.53% | 2.37% | — | |
| $83.18 | $3.26B | 24.68 | 10.52% | 19.66% | 13.06% | — |
Compare CWCO vs Peers
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
CWCO SEC Filings & Documents
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
8-K Announcements
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May 12, 2026·SEC
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Apr 7, 2026·SEC
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Mar 17, 2026·SEC
10-K Annual Reports
410-Q Quarterly Reports
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CWCO Frequently Asked Questions
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Consolidated Water Co. Ltd.'s revenue?
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) reported $128.3M in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 1905% increase from $6.4M in 1996.
How fast is Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. growing?
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) saw revenue decline by 1.4% over the past year.
Is CWCO profitable?
Yes, Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) is profitable, generating $17.3M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (13.9% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does CWCO pay dividends?
Yes, Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) pays a dividend with a yield of 1.73%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is CWCO's return on equity?
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) has a return on equity (ROE) of 8.3%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
What is Consolidated Water Co. Ltd.'s free cash flow?
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) generated $27.9M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
Industry Metrics
Is CWCO's dividend sustainable?
Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO) has a dividend payout ratio of 43%. This suggests the dividend is well-covered and sustainable.