Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)vsRepublic Services Inc (RSG)
GFL
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
$42.85
+2.93%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.47B
RSG
Republic Services Inc
$222.74
+0.75%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $68.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Republic Services Inc generates 142% more annual revenue ($16.89B vs $6.97B). RSG leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs -2.9%. RSG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 53/100 (C-).
GFL
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
RSG
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.3% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 22.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -3.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFL
The strongest argument for GFL centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 16.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : RSG
The strongest argument for RSG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : GFL
The primary concerns for GFL are Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : RSG
The primary concerns for RSG are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFL profiles as a growth stock while RSG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GFL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
GFL is growing revenue faster at 16.3% — 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 43/100). 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.
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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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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