Republic Services Inc (RSG)vsWaste Connections Inc (WCN)
RSG
Republic Services Inc
$219.20
+0.23%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $67.28B
WCN
Waste Connections Inc
$171.07
+0.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $42.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Republic Services Inc generates 74% more annual revenue ($16.70B vs $9.61B). RSG leads profitability with a 13.0% profit margin vs 11.0%. WCN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.71. RSG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 51/100 (C-).
RSG
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
WCN
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RSG.
Margin of Safety
-10.9%
Fair Value
$154.85
Current Price
$171.07
$16.22 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.2%
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
2.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RSG
The strongest argument for RSG centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : WCN
WCN has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : RSG
The primary concerns for RSG are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WCN
The primary concerns for WCN are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 40.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WCN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.48 — expect wider price swings.
WCN is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — sustainability is the question.
RSG generates stronger free cash flow (751M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor WASTE MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
RSG scores higher overall (51/100 vs 47/100). 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.
Republic Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Republic Services, Inc is the second largest provider of non-hazardous solid waste collection, transfer, disposal, recycling, and energy services in the United States, as measured by revenue.
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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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