REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. (RSG) Factsheet
REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. (RSG) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2025-10-31. Data as of Q1 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 9.8%. FCF margin 13.6%. D/E 1.2x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-31.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 9.8% | Near cost of capital |
| FCF Margin | 13.6% | Healthy cash flow |
| Debt/Equity | 1.2x | Moderate leverage |
ROIC 9.8% — Top 10% of sector peers. FCF margin 13.6% — Top 25%.
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Profitability: REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. earns 9.8% ROIC, Top 10% in Utilities
ROIC TTM 9.8%, sector median 5.6%, Top 10%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 14.6% × asset turnover 0.6x. Gross margin 49.4%. Operating margin 17.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-31.
| Metric | RSG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 9.8% | Adequate | Above sector median of 5.6% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 18.2% | Good | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Gross Margin | 49.4% | Good | Strong pricing power |
| Operating Margin | 17.4% | Good | Efficient operations |
Cash Flow: REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. generates $2.6B FCF at 13.6% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $2.6B. FCF margin 13.6%, Top 25%. OCF/Net income 2.1x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-31.
| Metric | RSG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 13.6% | Good | Healthy cash generation |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $2.6B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 2.1x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. at 1.2x leverage
Debt/Equity 1.2x. Total debt $13.9B, cash & investments $118.0M. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-31.
| Metric | RSG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 1.2x | Adequate | Moderate leverage |
| Net Cash Position | $-13.7B | Warning | Net debt position |
Valuation: REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. trades at 31.4x earnings
P/E 31.4x. EV/Sales 4.3x. FCF yield 3.8%. Dividend yield 1.1%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-31.
| Metric | RSG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 31.4x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 4.3x | Good | Growth premium priced in |
| FCF Yield | 3.8% | Adequate | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 1.1% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. returns 2.7% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 2.7% (div 1.1% + buyback 1.6%). Capital returned $1.9B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-31.
| Metric | RSG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 2.7% | Adequate | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 1.6% | Adequate | Minimal buyback activity |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $1.9B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 9.8% | Top 10% | 1.8x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 13.6% | Top 25% | - |
| Gross Margin | 49.4% | Top 50% | 1.0x above |
| Operating Margin | 17.4% | Bottom 50% | 0.8x below |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 18.2% | Top 10% | 1.9x above |
| P/E Ratio | 31.4x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | RSG | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 9.8% | Adequate | Top 10% of sector (median: 5.6%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 13.6% | Good | Top 25% of sector (median: 0.0%) |
| Gross Margin | 49.4% | Good | Top 50% of sector (median: 48.6%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 115.7% | Adequate | Elevated but manageable |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 31.4x | Adequate | Growth premium |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 3.8% | Adequate | Moderate yield |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. (RSG) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 9.8%. Sector median 5.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-31.
Q: What is REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. (RSG) has a free cash flow margin of 13.6%, generating $2.6 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-31.
Q: What is REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. (RSG) trades at a P/E ratio of 31.4x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 4.3x. FCF yield 3.8%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-31.
Q: Does REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. pay a dividend?
REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. (RSG) currently pays a dividend yield of 1.1%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 2.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-31.
Q: How much debt does REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. have?
REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. (RSG) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.2x with total debt of $13.9 billion. Net debt $13.7 billion. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-31.
Q: What is REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC.'s revenue and earnings growth?
REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. (RSG) grew revenue by 3.0% year-over-year. EPS +5.1% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-31.
Q: Is REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. buying back stock?
REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. (RSG) repurchased $1.1 billion of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 1.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-31.
Q: How does REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. compare to competitors in Utilities?
Compared to other companies in Utilities, REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. (RSG) shows: ROIC 9.8%, sector median 5.6% (Top 10%). FCF margin 13.6%, sector median 0.0% (Top 25%). Gross margin 49.4%, 0.8pp above sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Utilities companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC.?
No quantitative warning flags fired for REPUBLIC SERVICES, INC. (RSG) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-31.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2025-10-31. TTM metrics as of Q1 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.