Here's Why You Should Hold on to Republic Services Stock for Now
Republic Services (RSG) reported strong pricing power with 6.4% core price growth driving 90 basis points of Q2 margin expansion, outpacing cost inflation. The company raised 2026 adjusted free cash flow guidance to $2.54-$2.575B and increased its quarterly dividend. However, the company faces ongoing volume pressure with organic volumes declining 1.9% year-over-year and residential volumes expected to remain negative through 2027. Environmental Solutions segment showed promise with sequential revenue gains and margin expansion.