EBR vs WAT Comparison

Centrais Eletricas Brasileiras SA is engaged in the generation, transmission, and commercialization of electricity in Brazil. The company operates a portfolio of wind, thermal, hydro, and nuclear power plants located throughout the country. Its segments are Generation which consists of the generation of electric energy and the sale of energy to distribution companies and free consumers, and commercialization; Transmission which consists of the transmission of electric energy; and Administration activities mainly represent the Company's cash management, the management of the compulsory loan, and the management of business in SPEs, and others.

Water sells liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, and thermal analysis tools. These analytical instruments provide essential information on various products, such as their molecular structures and physical properties, to help clients enhance the health and well-being of end users. As a percentage of sales in 2024, Waters generated 58% from biopharmaceutical customers, 31% from industrial clients, and 11% from academic/government institutions. In early 2026, Waters plans to merge with BD's life science and diagnostics business, which will substantially change those concentrations. Waters will wind up with more concentration in diagnostics (versus none now) and discovery-related life science tools.