Aqua Metals Inc (AQMS)vsWaste Management Inc (WM)
AQMS
Aqua Metals Inc
$3.49
-10.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.25M
WM
Waste Management Inc
$219.07
-1.14%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $85.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
WM leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs 0.0%. AQMS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.72. WM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
AQMS
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
WM
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 0.0%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.8x book value
3.5% revenue growth
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 : WM
The strongest argument for WM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : AQMS
The primary concerns for AQMS are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : WM
The primary concerns for WM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.28 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
WM is growing revenue faster at 3.5% — sustainability is the question.
WM generates stronger free cash flow (851M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor WASTE MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WM scores higher overall (58/100 vs 34/100). Both earn "Buy" 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.
Waste Management Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Waste Management, Inc. is an American waste management, comprehensive waste, and environmental services company in North America. Founded in 1968, the company is headquartered 800 Capitol in Houston, Texas.
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