Montrose Environmental Grp (MEG)vsWaste Management Inc (WM)
MEG
Montrose Environmental Grp
$22.14
+5.18%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $800.80M
WM
Waste Management Inc
$219.07
+0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $85.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waste Management Inc generates 2960% more annual revenue ($25.41B vs $830.54M). WM leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs -0.1%. WM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
MEG
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
WM
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+34.1%
Fair Value
$37.27
Current Price
$22.14
$15.13 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 28 in profit
Areas to Watch
2.2% revenue growth
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.8x book value
3.5% revenue growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MEG
The strongest argument for MEG centers on Price/Book.
Bull Case : WM
The strongest argument for WM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : MEG
The primary concerns for MEG are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap.
Bear Case : WM
The primary concerns for WM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.28 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MEG profiles as a turnaround stock while WM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
MEG carries more volatility with a beta of 2.00 — expect wider price swings.
WM is growing revenue faster at 3.5% — sustainability is the question.
WM generates stronger free cash flow (851M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WM scores higher overall (58/100 vs 38/100). MEG offers better value entry with a 34.1% margin of safety. 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.
Montrose Environmental Grp
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. is an environmental services company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Irvine, California.
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INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Waste Management, Inc. is an American waste management, comprehensive waste, and environmental services company in North America. Founded in 1968, the company is headquartered 800 Capitol in Houston, Texas.
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