Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)vsPerma-Fix Environmental Svcs Inc (PESI)
GFL
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
$42.85
+2.93%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.47B
PESI
Perma-Fix Environmental Svcs Inc
$18.77
+2.85%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $396.78M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc generates 12093% more annual revenue ($6.97B vs $57.18M). GFL leads profitability with a -2.9% profit margin vs -37.0%. GFL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 43/100 (D).
GFL
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
PESI
Avoid17
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
16.3% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 22.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
ROE of -3.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Currently unprofitable
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -36.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 11.7%
Earnings declined 47.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFL
The strongest argument for GFL centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 16.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : PESI
The strongest argument for PESI centers on Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : GFL
The primary concerns for GFL are Debt/Equity, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : PESI
The primary concerns for PESI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFL profiles as a growth stock while PESI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
GFL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — 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
GFL scores higher overall (43/100 vs 17/100) and 16.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Hold" 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.
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INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Perma-Fix Environmental Services, Inc., is an environmental and technical expertise company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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