Casella Waste Systems Inc (CWST)vsGfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)
CWST
Casella Waste Systems Inc
$85.90
+2.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.68B
GFL
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
$35.51
-0.81%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc generates 257% more annual revenue ($6.70B vs $1.88B). GFL leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs 0.4%. GFL trades at a lower P/E of 97.2x. GFL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
CWST
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
GFL
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 60.2% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 22.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.5% — below average capital efficiency
0.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.7%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CWST
The strongest argument for CWST centers on EPS Growth.
Bull Case : GFL
The strongest argument for GFL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : CWST
The primary concerns for CWST are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 812.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : GFL
The primary concerns for GFL are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 97.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CWST carries more volatility with a beta of 0.78 — expect wider price swings.
CWST is growing revenue faster at 9.6% — sustainability is the question.
CWST generates stronger free cash flow (12M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
GFL scores higher overall (48/100 vs 45/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Casella Waste Systems Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Casella Waste Systems, Inc., is a vertically integrated solid waste service company in the northeastern United States. The company is headquartered in Rutland, Vermont.
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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