Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)vsPerma-Fix Environmental Svcs Inc (PESI)
GFL
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
$35.51
-0.81%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.98B
PESI
Perma-Fix Environmental Svcs Inc
$9.63
-5.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $209.20M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc generates 11278% more annual revenue ($6.70B vs $58.88M). GFL leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs -30.1%. GFL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 48/100 (D+).
GFL
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
PESI
Avoid19
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 22.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
3.1% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.2%
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -41.2% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 20.1%
Earnings declined 47.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFL
The strongest argument for GFL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : PESI
The strongest argument for PESI centers on Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : GFL
The primary concerns for GFL are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. A P/E of 97.2x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.1% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : PESI
The primary concerns for PESI are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFL profiles as a value stock while PESI is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
PESI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.52 — expect wider price swings.
GFL is growing revenue faster at 5.4% — sustainability is the question.
PESI generates stronger free cash flow (-5M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GFL scores higher overall (48/100 vs 19/100). 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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