Clean Harbors Inc (CLH)vsGfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)
CLH
Clean Harbors Inc
$311.81
-0.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $16.56B
GFL
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
$41.03
-0.70%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.81B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc generates 12% more annual revenue ($6.97B vs $6.24B). CLH leads profitability with a 7.0% profit margin vs -2.9%. CLH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
CLH
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
GFL
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-36.4%
Fair Value
$201.35
Current Price
$311.81
$110.46 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GFL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 36.4% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.3% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 22.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
7.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -3.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CLH
The strongest argument for CLH centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.27 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 : CLH
The primary concerns for CLH are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : GFL
The primary concerns for GFL are Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLH profiles as a value stock while GFL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CLH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — 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
CLH scores higher overall (67/100 vs 45/100) and 11.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Clean Harbors Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Clean Harbors, Inc. provides environmental and industrial services in North America. The company is headquartered in Norwell, Massachusetts.
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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