Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)vsWaste Management Inc (WM)
GFL
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
$35.51
-0.81%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.98B
WM
Waste Management Inc
$219.07
+0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $85.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waste Management Inc generates 279% more annual revenue ($25.41B vs $6.70B). WM leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs 3.1%. WM trades at a lower P/E of 30.7x. WM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
GFL
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
WM
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 22.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Areas to Watch
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.8x book value
3.5% revenue growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFL
The strongest argument for GFL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WM
The strongest argument for WM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
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.
Bear Case : WM
The primary concerns for WM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.28 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.50 — expect wider price swings.
GFL is growing revenue faster at 5.4% — sustainability is the question.
WM generates stronger free cash flow (851M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor WASTE MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WM scores higher overall (58/100 vs 48/100). 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.
Visit Website →Waste Management Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Waste Management, Inc. is an American waste management, comprehensive waste, and environmental services company in North America. Founded in 1968, the company is headquartered 800 Capitol in Houston, Texas.
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