Avalon Holdings Corporation (AWX)vsGfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)
AWX
Avalon Holdings Corporation
$2.66
-0.75%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.37M
GFL
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
$42.85
+2.93%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc generates 8028% more annual revenue ($6.97B vs $85.78M). AWX leads profitability with a 1.4% profit margin vs -2.9%. AWX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
AWX
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
GFL
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 222.6% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.3% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 22.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
3.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.5% — below average capital efficiency
1.4% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -3.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AWX
The strongest argument for AWX centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : GFL
The strongest argument for GFL centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 16.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AWX
The primary concerns for AWX are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 1.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : GFL
The primary concerns for GFL are Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWX profiles as a value stock while GFL is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AWX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
GFL is growing revenue faster at 16.3% — sustainability is the question.
GFL generates stronger free cash flow (122M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AWX scores higher overall (48/100 vs 43/100). Both earn "Hold" 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.
Avalon Holdings Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Avalon Holdings Corporation provides waste management services to industrial, commercial, municipal and government clients in the United States. The company is headquartered in Warren, Ohio.
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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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