Waste Connections Inc (WCN)vsWaste Management Inc (WM)
WCN
Waste Connections Inc
$179.76
-1.21%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $44.98B
WM
Waste Management Inc
$230.88
+2.55%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $90.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Waste Management Inc generates 158% more annual revenue ($25.67B vs $9.94B). WCN leads profitability with a 11.4% profit margin vs 11.1%. WM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.90. WM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
WCN
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
WM
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-6.1%
Fair Value
$161.86
Current Price
$179.76
$17.90 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WM.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 20.8%
Earnings expanding 28.8% 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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.3x book value
4.0% revenue growth
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : WCN
The strongest argument for WCN centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WM
The strongest argument for WM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : WCN
The primary concerns for WCN are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 40.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
WCN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.48 — expect wider price swings.
WCN is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
WM generates stronger free cash flow (1.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor WASTE MANAGEMENT industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WM scores higher overall (58/100 vs 57/100). 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.
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.
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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