American Resources Corp Class A (AREC)vsWaste Management Inc (WM)
AREC
American Resources Corp Class A
$2.14
-2.28%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $234.27M
WM
Waste Management Inc
$213.46
-0.17%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $85.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waste Management Inc generates 27009265% more annual revenue ($25.67B vs $95,030). WM leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs 0.0%. WM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
AREC
Avoid20
out of 100
Grade: F
WM
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for AREC.
Margin of Safety
-87.6%
Fair Value
$113.80
Current Price
$213.46
$99.66 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 147 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
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 8.6x book value
4.0% revenue growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AREC
The strongest argument for AREC centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, Price/Book.
Bull Case : WM
The strongest argument for WM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : AREC
The primary concerns for AREC 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 2.35 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AREC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
WM is growing revenue faster at 4.0% — sustainability is the question.
WM generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor WASTE MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WM scores higher overall (58/100 vs 20/100). 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.
American Resources Corp Class A
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
American Resources Corporation supplies raw materials for the global infrastructure market. The company is headquartered in Fishers, Indiana.
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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