Quest Resource Holding Corp (QRHC)vsWaste Connections Inc (WCN)
QRHC
Quest Resource Holding Corp
$1.14
-5.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $23.58M
WCN
Waste Connections Inc
$157.06
-0.46%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $40.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waste Connections Inc generates 3523% more annual revenue ($9.47B vs $261.28M). WCN leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs -8.9%. WCN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.22. WCN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
QRHC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
WCN
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for QRHC.
Margin of Safety
-505.4%
Fair Value
$28.36
Current Price
$157.06
$128.70 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 66.7% YoY
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.5%
ROE of -44.4% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 13.0%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 6.7%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : WCN
PEG of 1.22 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : QRHC
The primary concerns for QRHC are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : WCN
The primary concerns for WCN are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
QRHC profiles as a turnaround stock while WCN is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WCN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.59 — expect wider price swings.
WCN is growing revenue faster at 5.0% — sustainability is the question.
WCN generates stronger free cash flow (157M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
QRHC scores higher overall (51/100 vs 51/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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.
Waste Connections Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Waste Connections, Inc. provides waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Vaughan, Canada.
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