RSGIndustrials · Waste ManagementThe 27 Wall Street analysts covering Republic Services, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $247 — +15.0% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 66 of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026 — in the upper half.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Republic Services, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Volatility (96): The share price has been relatively steady.
Momentum (33): The shares have been drifting down relative to others.
Size (4): Larger than most of the companies we track — more scrutinised, less often mispriced.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on RSG, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +15.0% from it.
Of the 20 most recent actions, 3 moved their price target up and 0 moved it down.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug 2026 | UBS | Maintains | Neutral | $233 → $235 |
| 7 Aug 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Equal-Weight | $233 → $240 |
| 10 July 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 10 July 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Buy | $247 → $259 |
| 12 May 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 12 May 2026 | UBS | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 11 May 2026 | Argus Research | Downgrade | Hold | — |
| 11 May 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 8 May 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 16 Apr 2026 | Baird | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 10 Apr 2026 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 18 Mar 2026 | Wells Fargo | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 13 Mar 2026 | Wolfe Research | Initiates | Peer Perform | — |
| 5 Mar 2026 | UBS | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 23 Feb 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 18 Feb 2026 | BMO Capital | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 18 Feb 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
| 23 Jan 2026 | Oppenheimer | Maintains | Outperform | — |
| 21 Jan 2026 | Scotiabank | Maintains | Sector Perform | — |
| 20 Jan 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Equal-Weight | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. RSG appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
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Higher than 38% of US stocks
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Higher than 28% of US dividend payers
Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.
The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.
| Company | Market cap | TKN rank |
|---|---|---|
| RSGRepublic Services, Inc. | $65.7B | 66 |
| WMWaste Management, Inc. | $90.5B | 82 |
| WCNWaste Connections, Inc. | $42.6B | 72 |
| CLHClean Harbors, Inc. | $17.2B | 92 |
| GFLGFL Environmental, Inc. | $15.1B | 47 |
| CWSTCasella Waste Systems, Inc. | $5.8B | 41 |
| BEBloom Energy Corp.* | $64.5B | 68 |
* Nearest Industrials names by size — few waste management companies of this scale trade in the US universe.
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Republic Services raised its 2026 outlook, citing pricing strength, acquisitions, and stronger cash flow that offset softer volumes and higher operating costs.
Why it matters — A raised 2026 outlook signals expected improved financial performance, which is relevant for Republic Services shareholders and analysts tracking the company.
Zacks' article on Republic Services highlights that the company sustains growth through disciplined pricing and cash flow generation, while noting that its premium valuation and soft volumes temper the investment case.
Why it matters — RSG watchers would care because the piece weighs the company's pricing-driven growth and cash flow strength against valuation and volume concerns that affect how the stock may be viewed.
Republic Services reported second-quarter revenue growth of 4.6% and adjusted EBITDA growth of 4.5%, with adjusted EBITDA margin holding at 32.1% and adjusted earnings per share of $1.85. The company also raised its full-year 2026 outlook, citing pricing, acquisitions and recycling-related contributions.
Why it matters — A raised full-year outlook alongside continued top-line and earnings growth signals a solid operating performance that Republic Services watchers would track closely.
Republic Services reported a Q2 2026 with revenue and EPS beating expectations, supported by core pricing strength and steady customer retention. Management raised 2026 guidance, continued aggressive M&A activity, and advanced AI initiatives for pricing and routing, with the stock trading at a roughly 10% discount.
Why it matters — A Republic Services viewer would care because the quarter's earnings beat, guidance raise, and ongoing M&A and AI investments point to steady operational momentum and a more attractive valuation.
Republic Services (RSG) exceeded Q2 earnings and revenue estimates, with pricing gains offsetting volume pressure. The company raised its 2026 guidance for revenue, EBITDA, and cash flow.
Why it matters — A top-line and earnings beat combined with higher full-year guidance signals that Republic Services' pricing strategy is effectively counterbalancing volume headwinds.
The 27 Wall Street analysts covering Republic Services, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $247, with estimates ranging from $208 to $272. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 27 analysts covering Republic Services, Inc., 15 rate it a Buy, 12 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Republic Services, Inc. 66 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 15 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 15 Aug 2026, Republic Services, Inc. ranks 66 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Volatility (96 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 27 analysts implies +15.0% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Republic Services, Inc. 66 out of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Republic Services, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for RSG are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $208 to $272 over the next 12 months.
Republic Services, Inc. returned -6.6% over the 12 months to 14 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Republic Services, Inc. is a leading environmental services company that provides non-hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, and disposal solutions across North America.
The most recent item we track (Zacks Investment Research, 11 Aug 2026): "RSG Raises 2026 Outlook as Pricing Strength Offsets Softer Volumes". Republic Services raised its 2026 outlook, citing pricing strength, acquisitions, and stronger cash flow that offset softer volumes and higher operating costs.
Republic Services, Inc. is a leading environmental services company that provides non-hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, and disposal solutions across North America. The company serves a broad customer base including residential households, commercial businesses, industrial clients, and governmental entities, offering scheduled waste pickup, dumpster and container services, and specialized environmental solutions. Republic Services operates through an extensive network of collection operations, transfer stations, recycling facilities, and landfills, enabling vertically integrated management of the waste stream from point of collection through processing and final disposal. It also offers recycling and resource recovery services that help customers manage paper, metals, plastics, and other recyclable materials. In addition, the company provides environmental services such as remediation, field services, and sustainable waste handling for more complex industrial needs. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Republic Services, Inc. plays a significant role in supporting essential sanitation infrastructure and environmental compliance for communities and businesses throughout its markets.
CEO Mr. Jon Vander Ark · 42,000 employees · United States · https://www.republicservices.com