Aqua Metals Inc (AQMS)vsGfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)
AQMS
Aqua Metals Inc
$2.24
-0.44%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.91M
GFL
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
$42.18
-1.01%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
AQMS leads profitability with a 0.0% profit margin vs -2.9%. GFL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
AQMS
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
GFL
Hold43
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
16.3% revenue growth
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%
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -3.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
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, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 16.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AQMS
The primary concerns for AQMS are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : GFL
The primary concerns for GFL are Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AQMS profiles as a value stock while GFL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GFL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
GFL is growing revenue faster at 16.3% — sustainability is the question.
GFL generates stronger free cash flow (122M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GFL scores higher overall (43/100 vs 34/100) and 16.3% revenue growth. 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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