PRMW vs. GWRS

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

PRMW (Primo Water Corporation) and GWRS (Global Water Resources, Inc.) are both stocks. PRMW operates in Beverages - Non-Alcoholic (Consumer Defensive), while GWRS operates in Utilities - Regulated Water (Utilities). At a 0.18 correlation, their price movements are largely independent.

Performance

PRMW vs. GWRS - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Primo Water Corporation (PRMW) and Global Water Resources, Inc. (GWRS). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

PRMW

• 1D: —
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

GWRS

• 1D: 0.00%
• 1M: 0.93%
• YTD: -14.63%
• 6M: -17.31%
• 1Y: -27.65%
• 3Y*: -13.97%
• 5Y*: -14.50%
• 10Y*: 2.23%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

PRMW vs. GWRS - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
PRMW Primo Water Corporation	0.00%	0.00%	68.33%	-0.95%	-10.13%	14.49%	16.59%	-0.09%	-15.03%	49.58%
GWRS Global Water Resources, Inc.	-14.63%	-24.33%	-9.94%	0.95%	-20.68%	20.65%	12.34%	33.21%	11.84%	5.74%

Correlation

The correlation between PRMW and GWRS is 0.18, which is low. Their price movements are largely independent, making them effective diversification partners.

	Correlation
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.13
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.16
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.18
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Apr 29, 2016	0.18

Fundamentals

Total Revenue (TTM) PRMW : $1.90B GWRS : $56.59M
Gross Profit (TTM) PRMW : $1.23B GWRS : $16.24M
EBITDA (TTM) PRMW : $107.20M GWRS : $19.29M

Return for Risk

PRMW vs. GWRS — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

GWRS

GWRS Risk / Return Rank: 10
GWRS Sharpe Ratio Rank: 8
GWRS Sortino Ratio Rank: 11
GWRS Omega Ratio Rank: 11
GWRS Calmar Ratio Rank: 14
GWRS Martin Ratio Rank: 8

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

PRMW vs. GWRS - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Primo Water Corporation (PRMW) and Global Water Resources, Inc. (GWRS). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	PRMW	GWRS	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	-0.82	—
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	—	-0.45	—
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	—	0.07	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	0.12	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	PRMW	GWRS	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-63.38%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-38.17%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-48.36%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-63.38%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-63.38%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-60.82%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-21.77%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	19.87%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	PRMW	GWRS	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	12.91%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	25.72%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	33.83%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	32.07%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	33.67%	—

Dividends

PRMW vs. GWRS - Dividend Comparison

PRMW has not paid dividends to shareholders, while GWRS's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 4.28%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
GWRS Global Water Resources, Inc.	4.28%	3.60%	2.62%	2.28%	2.22%	1.71%	2.01%	2.18%	2.81%	2.94%	1.90%	0.00%
PRMW Primo Water Corporation	0.00%	0.00%	4.50%	2.13%	1.80%	1.77%	1.53%	1.75%	1.72%	1.44%	2.12%	2.18%

Financials

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both PRMW and GWRS in my portfolio?

PRMW and GWRS have a correlation of 0.18, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.