NYSE:RSG Republic Services (RSG) Stock Price, News & Analysis $206.27 -0.64 (-0.31%) (As of 04:33 PM ET) Add Compare Share Share Today's Range$205.47▼$208.0050-Day Range$188.67▼$206.9152-Week Range$140.23▼$208.00Volume675,530 shsAverage Volume1.19 million shsMarket Capitalization$64.96 billionP/E Ratio36.19Dividend Yield1.12%Price Target$211.00 Stock AnalysisStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSustainabilityTrendsStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSustainabilityTrends Get Republic Services alerts: Email Address Republic Services MarketRank™ Stock AnalysisAnalyst RatingHold2.44 Rating ScoreUpside/Downside2.3% Upside$211.00 Price TargetShort InterestHealthy1.23% of Float Sold ShortDividend StrengthStrongBased on Four FactorsSustainability0.10Upright™ Environmental ScoreNews Sentiment0.73Based on 13 Articles This WeekInsider TradingSelling Shares$649,632 Sold Last QuarterProj. Earnings Growth10.03%From $6.18 to $6.80 Per ShareSee Full Details Hide Full Details Overall MarketRank™New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.4.90 out of 5 starsBusiness Services Sector13th out of 299 stocksRefuse Systems Industry2nd out of 7 stocks 2.2 Analyst's Opinion Consensus RatingRepublic Services has received a consensus rating of Hold. The company's average rating score is 2.44, and is based on 8 buy ratings, 10 hold ratings, and no sell ratings.Amount of Analyst CoverageRepublic Services has been the subject of 9 research reports in the past 90 days, demonstrating strong analyst interest in this stock.Read more about Republic Services' stock forecast and price target. Previous Next 5.0 Short Interest Percentage of Shares Shorted1.23% of the float of Republic Services has been sold short.Short Interest Ratio / Days to CoverRepublic Services has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 2.1, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.Change versus previous monthShort interest in Republic Services has recently decreased by 6.32%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly. Previous Next 4.2 Dividend Strength Dividend YieldRepublic Services pays a meaningful dividend of 1.04%, higher than the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.Dividend GrowthRepublic Services has been increasing its dividend for 22 years.Dividend CoverageThe dividend payout ratio of Republic Services is 40.70%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.Dividend SustainabilityBased on earnings estimates, Republic Services will have a dividend payout ratio of 34.12% next year. This indicates that Republic Services will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.Read more about Republic Services' dividend. Previous Next 3.6 Sustainability and ESG Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ScoreRepublic Services has received a 43.67% net impact score from Upright. The largest positive contribution comes from its "Waste" impact, which is mostly driven by its "Plastic waste recycling services", "Waste sorting services", "Waste incineration services", and "Biological waste treatment services" products. See details.Environmental SustainabilityThe Environmental Impact score for Republic Services is 0.10. Previous Next 3.2 News and Social Media Coverage News SentimentRepublic Services has a news sentiment score of 0.73. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.42 average news sentiment score of Business Services companies.News Coverage This WeekMarketBeat has tracked 13 news articles for Republic Services this week, compared to 9 articles on an average week.Search InterestOnly 9 people have searched for RSG on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -10% compared to the previous 30 days.MarketBeat Follows13 people have added Republic Services to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 86% compared to the previous 30 days. Previous Next 2.5 Company Ownership Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn the past three months, Republic Services insiders have sold 549.37% more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought $100,040.00 in company stock and sold $649,632.00 in company stock.Percentage Held by InsidersOnly 0.09% of the stock of Republic Services is held by insiders.Percentage Held by Institutions57.73% of the stock of Republic Services is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.Read more about Republic Services' insider trading history. Previous Next 2.5 Earnings and Valuation Earnings GrowthEarnings for Republic Services are expected to grow by 10.03% in the coming year, from $6.18 to $6.80 per share.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the MarketThe P/E ratio of Republic Services is 36.19, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 143.59.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. SectorThe P/E ratio of Republic Services is 36.19, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Business Services sector average P/E ratio of about 43.04.Price to Earnings Growth RatioRepublic Services has a PEG Ratio of 3.26. PEG Ratios above 1 indicate that a company could be overvalued.Price to Book Value per Share RatioRepublic Services has a P/B Ratio of 6.16. P/B Ratios above 3 indicate that a company could be overvalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.Read more about Republic Services' valuation and earnings. 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The company also engages in the processing and sale of old corrugated containers, old newsprint, aluminum, glass, and other materials; and provision of landfill services. It serves small-container, large-container, and residential customers. The company was incorporated in 1996 and is based in Phoenix, Arizona.Read More RSG Stock Price History View Price History Chart DataSkip Price History Chart 30 days | 90 days | 365 days | Advanced Chart RSG Stock News HeadlinesAugust 20 at 4:42 AM | insidertrades.comTomago Collins Sells 3,200 Shares of Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE:RSG) StockAugust 21 at 6:04 PM | marketwatch.comRepublic Services Inc. stock rises Wednesday, still underperforms marketAugust 23, 2024 | Altimetry (Ad)Quote: “Yes, the stock market is rigged."MUST SEE: AI Gets Caught Attempting Illegal Insider Trade Buckle up. A popular artificial intelligence "transformer" attempted to execute what it knew was an illegal insider trade, then lied to cover its tracks. The stock market is about to change in ways you may not believe. In fact, it already has... and it's time to protect yourself.August 21 at 8:00 AM | sg.finance.yahoo.comRepublic Services' (NYSE:RSG) Dividend Will Be Increased To $0.58August 20 at 6:08 AM | finance.yahoo.comInsider Sale: Director Tomago Collins Sells Shares of Republic Services Inc (RSG)August 20 at 4:50 AM | americanbankingnews.comRepublic Services, Inc. (NYSE:RSG) Director Tomago Collins Sells 3,200 Shares of StockAugust 17, 2024 | seekingalpha.comRepublic Services: A Future Dividend Champion, Currently OvervaluedAugust 17, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comQ3 2024 Earnings Estimate for Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE:RSG) Issued By Zacks ResearchAugust 23, 2024 | Altimetry (Ad)Quote: “Yes, the stock market is rigged."MUST SEE: AI Gets Caught Attempting Illegal Insider Trade Buckle up. 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Just Beat EPS By 8.1%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen NextJuly 26, 2024 | markets.businessinsider.comRSG Stock Earnings: Republic Servs Beats EPS, Beats Revenue for Q2 2024See More Headlines Receive RSG Stock News and Ratings via Email Sign-up to receive the latest news and ratings for Republic Services and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. Email Address Company Calendar Ex-Dividend for 7/15 Dividend7/02/2024Dividend Payable7/15/2024Last Earnings7/24/2024Today8/23/2024Ex-Dividend for 10/15 Dividend10/02/2024Dividend Payable10/15/2024Next Earnings (Estimated)10/24/2024Fiscal Year End12/31/2024Get Stock AlertsIndustry, Sector and Symbol Stock ExchangeNYSE SectorBusiness Services Industry Refuse systems Sub-IndustryEnvironmental & Facilities Services Current SymbolNYSE:RSG CUSIP76075910 CIK1060391 Webwww.republicservices.com Phone(480) 627-2700Fax480-627-7150Employees41,000Year Founded1998Price Target and Rating Average Stock Price Target$211.00 High Stock Price Target$230.00 Low Stock Price Target$188.00 Potential Upside/Downside+2.3%Consensus RatingHold Rating Score (0-4)2.44 Research Coverage18 Analysts Profitability EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$5.70 Trailing P/E Ratio36.19 Forward P/E Ratio33.38 P/E Growth3.26Net Income$1.73 billion Net Margins12.11% Pretax Margin15.05% Return on Equity17.81% Return on Assets6.10% Debt Debt-to-Equity Ratio1.05 Current Ratio0.59 Quick Ratio0.59 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$15.57 billion Price / Sales4.17 Cash Flow$10.88 per share Price / Cash Flow18.95 Book Value$33.51 per share Price / Book6.16Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares314,932,000Free Float314,649,000Market Cap$64.96 billion OptionableOptionable Beta0.69 Social Links (Almost) Everything You Need To Know About The EV MarketClick the link below and we'll send you MarketBeat's guide to investing in electric vehicle technologies (EV) and which EV stocks show the most promise. Get This Free Report Key ExecutivesMr. Jon Vander Ark (Age 49)President, CEO & Director Comp: $4.17MMr. Brian M. DelGhiaccio (Age 50)Executive VP & CFO Comp: $2.1MMs. Catharine D. Ellingsen (Age 60)Executive VP, Chief Legal Officer, Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer and Corporate Secretary Comp: $1.51MMr. Brian A. Bales (Age 61)Executive VP & Chief Development Officer Comp: $1.38MMs. Elyse Carlsen (Age 37)VP & Chief Accounting Officer Stacey MathewsVice President of Investor RelationsMs. Amanda Hodges (Age 51)Executive VP & Chief Marketing Officer Ms. Nicole Giandinoto CFACTP, Senior Vice President of Business TransformationMr. Richard KangSenior Vice President of Operations & Environmental SolutionsMs. Julia ArambulaSenior Vice President of OperationsMore ExecutivesKey CompetitorsWaste ManagementNYSE:WMRollinsNYSE:ROLClean HarborsNYSE:CLHTetra TechNASDAQ:TTEKCasella Waste SystemsNASDAQ:CWSTView All CompetitorsInsiders & InstitutionsCetera Investment AdvisersSold 5,272 shares on 8/22/2024Ownership: 0.020%Truist Financial CorpSold 6,536 shares on 8/21/2024Ownership: 0.010%SPC Financial Inc.Sold 469 shares on 8/21/2024Ownership: 0.008%IMS Capital ManagementBought 1,003 shares on 8/21/2024Ownership: 0.000%EP Wealth Advisors LLCBought 60 shares on 8/19/2024Ownership: 0.001%View All Insider TransactionsView All Institutional Transactions Should I Buy Republic Services Stock? RSG Pros and Cons Explained Pros Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Republic Services, Inc.: Republic Services, Inc. has shown consistent revenue growth, with a 7.8% increase in revenue compared to the same quarter last year, indicating a strong financial performance. The company recently increased its quarterly dividend from $0.54 to $0.58 per share, demonstrating a commitment to rewarding shareholders and potentially attracting income-focused investors. Republic Services has a healthy return on equity of 17.81%, indicating efficient utilization of shareholder funds to generate profits. Insider activity, such as Director Katharine Weymouth purchasing shares at $185.26 per share, can signal confidence in the company's future prospects. Despite a recent 2.4% trading dip, Republic Services has a 52-week high of $206.54, suggesting potential for capital appreciation. Cons Investors should be bearish about investing in Republic Services, Inc. for these reasons: The company's current price-to-earnings ratio of 34.04 may indicate that the stock is relatively expensive compared to its earnings, potentially limiting immediate upside potential. These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Thursday, August 22, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Republic Services pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com. RSG Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions How have RSG shares performed this year? Republic Services' stock was trading at $164.91 at the beginning of 2024. Since then, RSG shares have increased by 25.1% and is now trading at $206.27. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here. How were Republic Services' earnings last quarter? Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE:RSG) released its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, July, 24th. The business services provider reported $1.61 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $1.53 by $0.08. The business services provider earned $4.05 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $4.03 billion. Republic Services had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 17.81% and a net margin of 12.11%. How will Republic Services' stock buyback program work? Republic Services' Board of Directors authorized a stock buyback plan on Thursday, October 26th 2023, which authorizes the company to buy back $3,000,000,000 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This means that the company could buy up to 6.4% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock buyback plans are generally a sign that the company's leadership believes its shares are undervalued. What is Donald W. (Don) Slager's approval rating as Republic Services' CEO? 1,111 employees have rated Republic Services Chief Executive Officer Donald W. (Don) Slager on Glassdoor.com. Donald W. (Don) Slager has an approval rating of 82% among the company's employees. Does Republic Services have any subsidiaries? Republic Services subsidiaries include these companies: US Ecology, ACV Enviro, Santek Waste Services LLC, RE Community Holdings II Inc, City Carton Company, Tervita, Rainbow Disposal Co.Inc, and more. Who are Republic Services' major shareholders? Republic Services' top institutional investors include Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC (0.78%), Legal & General Group Plc (0.57%), TD Asset Management Inc (0.56%) and Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (0.54%). Insiders that own company stock include Ark Jon Vander, Timothy E Stuart, Tomago Collins, Amanda Hodges, Brian A Goebel, Brian M Delghiaccio, Jennifer M Kirk, Katharine Weymouth, Sandra M Volpe, Cascade Investment, LLC, Adrian Reynolds and Marthinus (Martin) Botha. View institutional ownership trends. How do I buy shares of Republic Services? Shares of RSG stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services. Compare Top Brokerages Here. What other stocks do shareholders of Republic Services own? Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Republic Services investors own include AT&T (T), AbbVie (ABBV), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Pfizer (PFE), Intel (INTC), Verizon Communications (VZ) and Walmart (WMT). 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