Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)vsQuest Resource Holding Corp (QRHC)
GFL
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
$35.51
-0.81%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $12.98B
QRHC
Quest Resource Holding Corp
$1.37
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $29.50M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc generates 2651% more annual revenue ($6.70B vs $243.52M). GFL leads profitability with a 3.1% profit margin vs -3.0%. QRHC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
GFL
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
QRHC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 22.2% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 66.7% YoY
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
Operating margin of 0.4%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFL
The strongest argument for GFL centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : QRHC
The strongest argument for QRHC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth. PEG of 1.24 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : QRHC
The primary concerns for QRHC are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.65 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFL profiles as a value stock while QRHC is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
GFL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.50 — expect wider price swings.
GFL is growing revenue faster at 5.4% — sustainability is the question.
QRHC generates stronger free cash flow (-269,000), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
QRHC scores higher overall (51/100 vs 48/100). Both earn "Buy" 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.
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 →Quest Resource Holding Corp
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Quest Resource Holding Corporation provides solutions for the reuse, recycling, and disposal of various waste streams and recyclables in the United States. The company is headquartered in The Colony, Texas.
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