Quest Resource Holding Corp (QRHC)vsWaste Management Inc (WM)
QRHC
Quest Resource Holding Corp
$1.37
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $29.50M
WM
Waste Management Inc
$219.07
-1.14%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $85.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waste Management Inc generates 10336% more annual revenue ($25.41B vs $243.52M). WM leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs -3.0%. QRHC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.24. WM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
QRHC
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
WM
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
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 28 in profit
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 0.4%
Elevated debt levels
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 : 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.
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.
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
QRHC profiles as a turnaround stock while WM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — 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 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 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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