Republic Services Inc (RSG)vsWaste Management Inc (WM)
RSG
Republic Services Inc
$219.27
-1.31%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $65.92B
WM
Waste Management Inc
$217.75
-1.57%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $89.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waste Management Inc generates 52% more annual revenue ($25.67B vs $16.89B). RSG leads profitability with a 12.9% profit margin vs 11.1%. WM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.29. WM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
RSG
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
WM
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
4.6% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.8x book value
4.0% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RSG
The strongest argument for RSG centers on Market Cap, Operating Margin, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : WM
The strongest argument for WM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : RSG
The primary concerns for RSG are P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : WM
The primary concerns for WM are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. A P/E of 59.1x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.35 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.44 — expect wider price swings.
RSG is growing revenue faster at 4.6% — sustainability is the question.
RSG generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor WASTE MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WM scores higher overall (56/100 vs 53/100). 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.
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.
Visit Website →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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