Casella Waste Systems Inc (CWST)vsRepublic Services Inc (RSG)
CWST
Casella Waste Systems Inc
$93.00
-0.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.77B
RSG
Republic Services Inc
$219.27
-1.31%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $65.92B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Republic Services Inc generates 764% more annual revenue ($16.89B vs $1.96B). RSG leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 0.3%. RSG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.08. RSG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
CWST
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
RSG
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
16.9% revenue growth
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.5% — below average capital efficiency
0.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 5.0%
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CWST
The strongest argument for CWST centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RSG
The strongest argument for RSG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CWST
The primary concerns for CWST are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 1134.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : RSG
The primary concerns for RSG are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CWST profiles as a growth stock while RSG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
CWST carries more volatility with a beta of 0.73 — expect wider price swings.
CWST is growing revenue faster at 16.9% — sustainability is the question.
RSG generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RSG scores higher overall (53/100 vs 37/100). 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.
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.
Republic Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Republic Services, Inc is the second largest provider of non-hazardous solid waste collection, transfer, disposal, recycling, and energy services in the United States, as measured by revenue.
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