Montrose Environmental Grp (MEG)vsRepublic Services Inc (RSG)
MEG
Montrose Environmental Grp
$22.14
+5.18%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $800.80M
RSG
Republic Services Inc
$210.04
+1.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $62.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Republic Services Inc generates 1910% more annual revenue ($16.70B vs $830.54M). RSG leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs -0.1%. RSG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
MEG
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
RSG
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.1%
Fair Value
$37.27
Current Price
$22.14
$15.13 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RSG.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Areas to Watch
2.2% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
2.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MEG
The strongest argument for MEG centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : RSG
The strongest argument for RSG centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : MEG
The primary concerns for MEG are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : RSG
The primary concerns for RSG are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MEG profiles as a turnaround stock while RSG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MEG carries more volatility with a beta of 2.00 — expect wider price swings.
RSG is growing revenue faster at 2.6% — sustainability is the question.
RSG generates stronger free cash flow (751M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
RSG scores higher overall (55/100 vs 38/100). MEG offers better value entry with a 34.1% margin of safety. 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.
Montrose Environmental Grp
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. is an environmental services company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Irvine, California.
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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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