Aqua Metals Inc (AQMS)vsGfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)
AQMS
Aqua Metals Inc
$3.49
-10.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.25M
GFL
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
$35.51
-0.81%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
GFL leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs 0.0%. GFL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
AQMS
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
GFL
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 22.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AQMS
The strongest argument for AQMS centers on Price/Book, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.72 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : GFL
The strongest argument for GFL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : AQMS
The primary concerns for AQMS are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : GFL
The primary concerns for GFL are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 97.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.50 — expect wider price swings.
GFL is growing revenue faster at 5.4% — sustainability is the question.
AQMS generates stronger free cash flow (-4M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor WASTE MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
GFL scores higher overall (48/100 vs 34/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Aqua Metals Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Aqua Metals, Inc. engages in lead recycling primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in McCarran, Nevada.
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
GFL Environmental Inc. is a diversified environmental services company in Canada and the United States. The company is headquartered in Vaughan, Canada.
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