Emerson Electric Company (EMR)vsRepublic Services Inc (RSG)
EMR
Emerson Electric Company
$140.44
+2.84%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $78.93B
RSG
Republic Services Inc
$209.22
+0.44%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $64.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Emerson Electric Company generates 10% more annual revenue ($18.19B vs $16.59B). RSG leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 12.7%. EMR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.75. RSG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
EMR
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
RSG
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.1% revenue growth
4.9% earnings growth
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.2% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EMR
The strongest argument for EMR centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : RSG
The strongest argument for RSG centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : EMR
The primary concerns for EMR are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : RSG
The primary concerns for RSG are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EMR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.28 — expect wider price swings.
EMR is growing revenue faster at 4.1% — sustainability is the question.
EMR generates stronger free cash flow (602M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
EMR scores higher overall (51/100 vs 51/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Emerson Electric Company
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Emerson Electric Co. is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Ferguson, Missouri. The Fortune 500 company manufactures products and provides engineering services for a wide range of industrial, commercial, and consumer markets.
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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