Clean Harbors Inc (CLH)vsPerma-Fix Environmental Svcs Inc (PESI)
CLH
Clean Harbors Inc
$288.29
+1.08%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.24B
PESI
Perma-Fix Environmental Svcs Inc
$10.80
-10.37%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $223.14M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Clean Harbors Inc generates 9842% more annual revenue ($6.03B vs $60.66M). CLH leads profitability with a 6.5% profit margin vs -19.1%. CLH earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
CLH
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
PESI
Avoid23
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-158.0%
Fair Value
$106.43
Current Price
$288.29
$181.86 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PESI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.8% revenue growth
4.9% earnings growth
6.5% margin — thin
3.8% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -23.3% — below average capital efficiency
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 : PESI
The strongest argument for PESI centers on Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : CLH
The primary concerns for CLH are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : PESI
The primary concerns for PESI are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CLH profiles as a value stock while PESI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
CLH carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
CLH is growing revenue faster at 4.8% — sustainability is the question.
CLH generates stronger free cash flow (233M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CLH scores higher overall (51/100 vs 23/100). 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.
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.
Perma-Fix Environmental Svcs Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Perma-Fix Environmental Services, Inc., is an environmental and technical expertise company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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