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Republic ServicesRSG +0.27%77 EV-to-EBITDA is 15.62 as of Aug. 14, 2026, which is 6% above its 10-year median of 14.79. GuruFocus rates RSG with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of $222.59 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 176 Waste Management companies, Republic Services ranks worse than 63.07% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Republic Services's enterprise value is $80,270 Mil.
Republic Services's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $5,138 Mil. Therefore, Republic Services's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 15.62.
The historical rank and industry rank for Republic Services's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
RSG'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.67 Med: 14.79 Max: 19.36
Current: 15.62
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Republic Services was 19.36. The lowest was 9.67. And the median was 14.79.
RSG's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 63.07% of 176
companies
in the Waste Management industry
Industry Median: 11.405
vs RSG: 15.62
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Republic Services's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Republic Services's share price for today is $215.80.
Republic Services's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $7.060.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
The historical data trend for Republic Services's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Waste Management subindustry, Republic Services's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Republic Services EV-to-EBITDA vs Waste Management Industry
For the Waste Management industry and Industrials sector, Republic Services's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Republic Services's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Republic Services's current Enterprise Value is $80,270 Mil.
Republic Services's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $5,138 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Republic Services (RSG) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 15.62 as of Aug. 14, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Republic Services. This is near median its historical median of 14.79. Over the past decade, Republic Services' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 9.67 to 19.36. According to the industry distribution chart, Republic Services ranks #111 out of 176 companies in the Waste Management industry, placing it in the top 63.1%.
Is Republic Services' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Republic Services' current EV-to-EBITDA of 15.62 is near median its 10-year median of 14.79. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.67 to a high of 19.36. The Waste Management industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 11.41. Republic Services' value of 15.62 is 37% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Republic Services ranks #111 out of 176 companies in the Waste Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Republic Services has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Republic Services' EV-to-EBITDA compare to WCN and WM?
According to the Waste Management industry distribution chart, Republic Services ranks #111 out of 176 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Republic Services in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 11.41. Republic Services' value of 15.62 is 37% above this benchmark. Historically, Republic Services' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 9.67 to 19.36 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 14.79 vs. the industry median of 11.41, Republic Services has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for a Waste Management company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Waste Management companies is 11.41, based on 176 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Republic Services's current EV-to-EBITDA of 15.62 is 37% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Republic Services. For the Waste Management industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 11.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Republic Services's current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.62, which is near median its own 10-year median of 14.79. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Republic Services stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Republic Services (RSG) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $222.59, compared to a current price of $215.80 — trading 3.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.62, which is near median its 10-year median of 14.79 and 37% above the Waste Management industry median of 11.41. Republic Services' overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Republic Services (RSG), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.62 as of Aug. 14, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Republic Services (RSG) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Republic Services stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $215.80 is trading 3.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $222.59.
GuruFocus considers Republic Services to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for RSG:
EV-to-EBITDA: 15.62 (near median its 10-year median of 14.79)
GF Value™: $222.59 vs. price of $215.80 (3.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 37% above the Waste Management median (#111 of 176)
No single metric tells the full story. See the RSG stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Republic Services Group is the second-largest waste management company by revenue and provides integrated waste management services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. With 208 active landfills, 248 transfer stations, and 75 recycling centers, Republic Services has reached $16 billion in annual revenue, focusing on recycling and environmental solutions. The company reports in three segments based on the Western United States (Group 1), Eastern United States (Group 2), and Environmental Solutions across North America (Group 3). Eighty-nine percent of total revenue comes from recycling and waste, with the remaining 11% from Environmental Solutions.
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