As previously reported, Janney Montgomery Scott analyst Michael Gaugler upgraded SJW Corp. (SJW) to Buy from Neutral, citing valuation with the shares having fallen 16% since the withdrawal of California Water Service's (CWT) bid. While acknowledging that a future equity offering could pressure shares if SJW wins its bid for Connecticut Water (CTWS), Gaugler said he thinks the current valuation already anticipates and reflects an expectation for that eventuality. He sees SJW shares as attractively valued at their current levels, whether or not the company can consummate the Connecticut Water deal. The analyst keeps a $63 fair value estimate on SJW shares.

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