Quest Resource Holding Corp (QRHC)vsWaste Management Inc (WM)
QRHC
Quest Resource Holding Corp
$1.37
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $29.11M
WM
Waste Management Inc
$218.12
+2.18%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $85.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waste Management Inc generates 10247% more annual revenue ($25.67B vs $248.05M). WM leads profitability with a 11.1% profit margin vs -7.1%. QRHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.24. WM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
QRHC
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
WM
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for QRHC.
Margin of Safety
-87.6%
Fair Value
$113.80
Current Price
$218.12
$104.32 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 66.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 1.8%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -17.6% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 8.8x book value
4.0% revenue growth
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 : WM
The strongest argument for WM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : QRHC
The primary concerns for QRHC are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WM
The primary concerns for WM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. Debt-to-equity of 2.35 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
QRHC profiles as a turnaround stock while WM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.43 — expect wider price swings.
QRHC is growing revenue faster at 7.6% — sustainability is the question.
WM generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WM scores higher overall (58/100 vs 52/100). 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 Management Inc
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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