Casella Waste Systems Inc (CWST)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
CWST
Casella Waste Systems Inc
$89.91
-0.03%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.86B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$145.85
-1.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $9.49B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 443% more annual revenue ($10.61B vs $1.96B). OSK leads profitability with a 5.2% profit margin vs 0.3%. CWST appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.29. OSK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
CWST
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
OSK
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
16.9% revenue growth
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.5% — below average capital efficiency
0.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 5.0%
Weak financial health signals
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CWST
The strongest argument for CWST centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : CWST
The primary concerns for CWST are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 1150.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.3% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CWST profiles as a growth stock while OSK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
CWST is growing revenue faster at 16.9% — sustainability is the question.
OSK generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
OSK scores higher overall (50/100 vs 37/100). 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.
Casella Waste Systems Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Casella Waste Systems, Inc., is a vertically integrated solid waste service company in the northeastern United States. The company is headquartered in Rutland, Vermont.
Oshkosh Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Oshkosh Corporation designs, manufactures and markets specialty vehicles and bodies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
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