Clean Harbors Inc (CLH)vsGfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)
CLH
Clean Harbors Inc
$304.13
+0.74%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.57B
GFL
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
$39.75
-0.87%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc generates 11% more annual revenue ($6.70B vs $6.06B). CLH leads profitability with a 6.5% profit margin vs 3.1%. CLH trades at a lower P/E of 40.0x. CLH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
CLH
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
GFL
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-41.6%
Fair Value
$193.87
Current Price
$304.13
$110.26 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GFL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 22.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
1.9% revenue growth
6.5% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
ROE of 2.9% — below average capital efficiency
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CLH
The strongest argument for CLH centers on PEG Ratio. 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, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CLH
The primary concerns for CLH are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : GFL
The primary concerns for GFL are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 112.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.86 — expect wider price swings.
GFL is growing revenue faster at 5.4% — sustainability is the question.
CLH generates stronger free cash flow (-92M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor WASTE MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
CLH scores higher overall (51/100 vs 45/100). Both earn "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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