Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)vsLanzaTech Global Inc. (LNZA)
GFL
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
$39.67
+0.69%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.12B
LNZA
LanzaTech Global Inc.
$21.39
-4.93%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $223.71M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc generates 16491% more annual revenue ($6.62B vs $39.88M). GFL leads profitability with a 58.0% profit margin vs -1.9%. GFL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
GFL
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
LNZA
Avoid22
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-153.9%
Fair Value
$17.35
Current Price
$39.67
$22.32 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LNZA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 58 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 22.2% YoY
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 6.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFL
The strongest argument for GFL centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 58.0% and operating margin at 6.4%.
Bull Case : LNZA
LNZA has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : GFL
The primary concerns for GFL are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 96.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : LNZA
The primary concerns for LNZA are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFL profiles as a mature stock while LNZA is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LNZA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.82 — expect wider price swings.
GFL is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
GFL generates stronger free cash flow (197M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GFL scores higher overall (54/100 vs 22/100), backed by strong 58.0% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
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.
Visit Website →LanzaTech Global Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
LanzaTech Global, Inc. is a nature-based carbon refining company in North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. The company is headquartered in Skokie, Illinois.
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