Quest Resource Holding Corp (QRHC)vsRepublic Services Inc (RSG)
QRHC
Quest Resource Holding Corp
$1.37
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $29.50M
RSG
Republic Services Inc
$210.04
+1.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $62.05B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Republic Services Inc generates 6756% more annual revenue ($16.70B vs $243.52M). RSG leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs -3.0%. QRHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.24. RSG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C).
QRHC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
RSG
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 66.7% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 0.4%
Elevated debt levels
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 : QRHC
The strongest argument for QRHC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.24 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : RSG
The strongest argument for RSG centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : QRHC
The primary concerns for QRHC are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.65 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : RSG
The primary concerns for RSG are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
QRHC profiles as a turnaround stock while RSG is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
RSG carries more volatility with a beta of 0.44 — 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 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.
Quest Resource Holding Corp
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Quest Resource Holding Corporation provides solutions for the reuse, recycling, and disposal of various waste streams and recyclables in the United States. The company is headquartered in The Colony, Texas.
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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