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Republic Services
🇺🇸 NYSE:RSG
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Dec 31, 2024

Republic Services Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Republic Services reported solid revenue growth and improved profitability in Q4 2024.

Key Takeaways

Republic Services saw a 5.6% increase in revenue, driven by strong pricing and strategic acquisitions. Net income and EPS grew significantly, supported by higher margins and cost efficiencies.

Revenue grew 5.6% YoY to $4,046,000,000, supported by pricing and acquisitions.

Net income increased by 16.4% YoY, reaching $512,000,000.

Adjusted EBITDA margin expanded by 110 basis points to 31.0%.

EPS rose 17.3% YoY to $1.63, with adjusted EPS at $1.58 (+12.1%).

Total Revenue
$4.05B
Previous year: $3.83B
+5.6%
EPS
$1.58
Previous year: $1.41
+12.1%
Adjusted EBITDA
$1.25B
Previous year: $1.15B
+9.4%
Adjusted EBITDA Margin
31%
Previous year: 29.9%
+3.7%
Net Income Margin
12.7%
Previous year: 11.5%
+10.4%
Gross Profit
$1.73B
Previous year: $1.14B
+51.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$74M
Previous year: $140M
-47.1%
Free Cash Flow
$524M
Previous year: $348M
+50.6%
Total Assets
$32.4B
Previous year: $31.4B
+3.2%

Republic Services Revenue

Republic Services EPS

Republic Services Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

Republic Services expects continued revenue growth and profitability in 2025, driven by pricing, acquisitions, and operational efficiencies.

Positive Outlook

  • Revenue expected to grow to $16,850,000,000 - $16,950,000,000 in 2025.
  • Adjusted EBITDA projected to reach $5,275,000,000 - $5,325,000,000.
  • Adjusted EPS guidance of $6.82 - $6.90 for FY 2025.
  • Continued investment in sustainability and digital tools for efficiency.
  • Approximately $1 billion planned for acquisitions to drive growth.

Challenges Ahead

  • Volume growth remains a challenge, with a projected range of -0.25% to 0.25%.
  • Cost inflation could impact margins despite pricing strategies.
  • Higher interest expenses may affect net income growth.
  • Potential macroeconomic headwinds could slow customer demand.
  • Increased capital expenditures for sustainability initiatives may weigh on free cash flow.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income