Avalon Holdings Corporation (AWX)vsRepublic Services Inc (RSG)
AWX
Avalon Holdings Corporation
$2.59
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.04M
RSG
Republic Services Inc
$215.55
+0.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $66.64B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Republic Services Inc generates 20714% more annual revenue ($16.59B vs $79.71M). RSG leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 0.2%. RSG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.08. RSG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 49/100 (D+).
AWX
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
RSG
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-438.8%
Fair Value
$0.49
Current Price
$2.59
$2.10 premium
Margin of Safety
-77.0%
Fair Value
$127.68
Current Price
$215.55
$87.87 premium
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
Areas to Watch
3.4% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
0.2% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.2% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AWX
The strongest argument for AWX centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : RSG
The strongest argument for RSG centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap.
Bear Case : AWX
The primary concerns for AWX are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Profit Margin. A P/E of 70.8x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : RSG
The primary concerns for RSG are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AWX carries more volatility with a beta of 0.68 — expect wider price swings.
AWX is growing revenue faster at 6.2% — sustainability is the question.
RSG generates stronger free cash flow (404M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor WASTE MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
RSG scores higher overall (49/100 vs 41/100). 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
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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