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RSG·Republic Services, Inc.

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After Hours
High
$208.11
Open
$206.06
Market Cap
63.82B
52W High
$258.75
Low
$204.98
P. Close
$205.57
P/E
29.42
52W Low
$196.41
Fwd P/E
25.69
Mean Target
$243.58
Technical Score (1D)
23
SELL
News Sentiment
56
BULLISH
Harbour Investments Inc. significantly increased its stake in Republic Services, growing its position by over 950% in the fourth quarter. This substantial acquisition of 17,173 shares, bringing their total to 18,963, suggests a strong conviction from this institutional investor. Other fund managers also adjusted their holdings, with several initiating new positions or adding to existing ones. This varied investor activity points to a dynamic sentiment surrounding RSG. Investors will be watching for further commentary or actions from major holders that could signal future strategic direction or operational outlook.
Earnings Summary
Republic Services, Inc. is a leading provider of environmental services in the United States and Canada, specializing in waste management, including collection, transportation, and disposal of various waste streams, as well as recycling. The company operates within the industrials sector, focusing on waste management services. Republic Services has demonstrated consistent performance in its recent earnings reports. For Q1 2026, the company reported actual EPS of $1.70, surpassing the estimate of $1.6531, with revenue at $4.113 billion against an estimate of $4.138206895 billion. This follows Q4 2025, where actual EPS was $1.76 versus an estimate of $1.639, and revenue was $4.136 billion against an estimate of $4.249349244 billion. Prior to this, Q3 2025 reported actual EPS of $1.90 on an estimate of $1.78428, and Q2 2025 saw actual EPS of $1.77 against an estimate of $1.75584. This indicates a pattern of exceeding analyst earnings expectations in the last four reported quarters. Historically, Republic Services has shown a steady growth trajectory, with consistent beats against analyst estimates in recent periods. The Q1 2026 results, while revenue slightly missed estimates, saw EPS beat expectations, driven by disciplined pricing and effective cost management, which expanded EBITDA margins. Recent news highlights a major shareholder acquiring a significant number of shares, signaling strong insider confidence. Citi maintained a Buy rating, though adjusted its price target. The company is investing in digital, AI, and sustainability initiatives to drive performance and maintain profitability amidst softer volumes and varied end-market demand. Investors will be watching for further insider activity as a key indicator and assessing the company's ability to continue expanding margins through strategic investments and pricing discipline.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$1.48$1.60$1.72$1.84$1.96Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$1.83 - -
Q1'26$1.65$1.70+2.8%
Q4'25$1.64$1.76+7.4%
Q3'25$1.78$1.90+6.5%
Q2'25$1.76$1.77+0.8%
Q1'25$1.53$1.58+3.1%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$4.0B$4.1B$4.2B$4.3B$4.5BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$4.4B - -
Q1'26$4.1B$4.1B-0.6%
Q4'25$4.2B$4.1B-2.7%
Q3'25 - $4.2B -
Q2'25 - $4.2B -
Q1'25 - $4.0B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

RSG Stock Snapshot

RSG is currently trading at $205.60, giving Republic Services, Inc. a market cap of 63.82B and a P/E ratio of 29.4. Today's range spans $204.98–$208.11, with shares opening at $206.06 and moving up $0.03 (0.0%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 23/100 (SELL) with a news sentiment reading of 56/100.

Over the past year RSG has traded between $196.41 and $258.75 - the current price is +4.7% off the 52-week low and -20.5% from the high. 35 analysts cover the stock with a Hold consensus and a mean 12-month target of $243.58 (range $200.00–$270.00), implying upside of +18.5%.

Republic Services, Inc. (RSG) is a large-cap in Industrials with 63.82B in market cap, and the current technical read is bearish. Score: 23/100 (SELL). Sentiment: neutral at 56/100. Price: $205.60 (near 52-week lows). The current P/E ratio stands at 29.4. The 52-week range of $196.41–$258.75 provides the structural context, and the current SELL designation suggests that prior support levels are more important to watch than usual.

Analyst coverage for RSG becomes a double-edged factor in a SELL phase: at 63.82B in Industrials market cap, active coverage is high enough that downgrade risk is real and impactful. The 23/100 technical reading and neutral sentiment (56/100) at $205.60 (near 52-week lows) place the stock in the zone where one or two high-profile estimate cuts can convert a grinding decline into a sharper re-rating — the $196.41–$258.75 range establishes where that repricing lands.