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Republic Services (RSG) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$215.74 +1.48 (+0.69%)
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Republic Services - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
11
Buy
11

Based on 22 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Republic Services in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 22 analysts, 11 have given a hold rating, and 11 have given a buy rating for RSG.

Consensus Price Target

$245.26
13.68% Upside
According to the 22 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Republic Services, the average price target is $245.26. The highest price target for RSG is $267.00, while the lowest price target for RSG is $220.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 13.68% from the current price of $215.74.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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RSG Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
8/13/25 to 8/13/26
1 Month Ago
7/14/25 to 7/14/26
3 Months Ago
5/15/25 to 5/15/26
1 Year Ago
8/13/24 to 8/13/25
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
11 Buy rating(s)
11 Buy rating(s)
11 Buy rating(s)
12 Buy rating(s)
Hold
11 Hold rating(s)
11 Hold rating(s)
12 Hold rating(s)
7 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$245.26$243.89$245.15$262.17
Forecasted Upside13.68% Upside10.88% Upside17.79% Upside12.66% Upside
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyHoldModerate Buy

RSG Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.
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RSG Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.
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Republic Services Stock vs. The Competition

TypeRepublic ServicesIndustrials CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
2.50
2.29
2.53
Consensus RatingModerate BuyHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside14.54% Upside321.29% Upside11.78% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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Positive News
DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
8/11/2026
UBS Group AG logo
UBS Group
4 of 5 stars
Jon Windham
4 of 5 stars
Boost TargetNeutral$233.00 ➝ $235.00+8.52%
8/7/2026
Morgan Stanley logo
Morgan Stanley
4 of 5 stars
 Set Target$232.00+7.37%
8/7/2026
Barclays PLC logo
Barclays
3 of 5 stars
Boost TargetEqual Weight$233.00 ➝ $240.00+12.77%
7/24/2026 Reiterated RatingHold (C+)
7/10/2026Boost TargetBuy$247.00 ➝ $259.00+18.43%
5/11/2026DowngradeBuyHold
5/8/2026 Reiterated RatingOutperform$249.00+24.22%
5/8/2026Boost TargetOutperform$265.00 ➝ $267.00+33.38%
4/16/2026Lower TargetNeutral$242.00 ➝ $240.00+13.71%
4/10/2026Boost TargetNeutral$233.00 ➝ $245.00+14.71%
3/18/2026Boost TargetOverweight$238.00 ➝ $252.00+12.19%
3/13/2026Initiated CoveragePeer Perform
2/18/2026Lower TargetOutperform$251.00 ➝ $248.00+17.34%
1/23/2026Lower TargetOutperform$256.00 ➝ $255.00+18.18%
1/21/2026Lower TargetSector Perform$246.00 ➝ $242.00+13.76%
1/5/2026Boost TargetMarket Perform$205.00 ➝ $220.00+4.70%
12/22/2025Lower TargetBuy$271.00 ➝ $241.00+13.16%
11/24/2025Initiated CoverageBuy$255.00+16.32%
11/3/2025Set TargetBuy$248.00+20.92%
10/31/2025Reiterated RatingOutperform$240.00+16.38%
10/31/2025Lower TargetBuy$257.00 ➝ $251.00+20.96%
10/7/2025 Lower TargetSector Perform$270.00 ➝ $241.00+8.30%
6/9/2025UpgradeHold$281.00+12.22%
4/25/2025 Reiterated RatingOutperform
4/22/2025Boost TargetBuy$250.00 ➝ $270.00+11.47%
12/10/2024 UpgradeHoldBuy$219.00 ➝ $237.00+11.60%

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Should I Buy Republic Services Stock? RSG Pros and Cons Explained

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 Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these Republic Services pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Republic Services
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Republic Services, Inc.:

  • The current stock price is around $212, which reflects a stable performance within its 52-week range of $196.41 to $238.62, indicating potential for growth.
  • Republic Services, Inc. has demonstrated consistent revenue growth, with a recent quarterly revenue increase of 2.6% compared to the same period last year, showcasing its resilience in the market.
  • The company has a solid return on equity of 18.57%, which suggests effective management and profitability, making it an attractive option for investors seeking reliable returns.
  • With a dividend yield of approximately 1.3% and a recent increase in its quarterly dividend, Republic Services, Inc. provides a steady income stream for investors, reflecting its commitment to returning value to shareholders.
  • The low beta of 0.40 indicates that the stock is less volatile than the market, which can be appealing for risk-averse investors looking for stability in their portfolio.

Republic Services
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Republic Services, Inc. for these reasons:

  • The company has a relatively high debt-to-equity ratio of 1.11, which may raise concerns about its financial leverage and ability to manage debt effectively.
  • With a current ratio of 0.67, Republic Services, Inc. may face liquidity challenges, indicating that it might struggle to cover short-term liabilities with its current assets.
  • The P/E ratio of 30.32 suggests that the stock may be overvalued compared to its earnings, which could deter value-focused investors.
  • The quick ratio of 0.67 also points to potential liquidity issues, as it indicates that the company may not have enough liquid assets to meet its immediate obligations.
  • Market conditions and competition in the waste management sector could impact future growth, making it essential for investors to consider external factors that may affect the company's performance.

RSG Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 22 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Republic Services is $245.26, with a high forecast of $267.00 and a low forecast of $220.00.

22 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Republic Services in the last twelve months. There are currently 11 hold ratings and 11 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" RSG shares.

According to analysts, Republic Services's stock has a predicted upside of 13.68% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Republic Services has been rated by research analysts at Barclays, Citigroup, Morgan Stanley, UBS Group, and Weiss Ratings in the past 90 days.

Analysts like Republic Services more than other "industrials" companies. The consensus rating for Republic Services is Moderate Buy while the average consensus rating for "industrials" companies is Hold. Learn more on how RSG compares to other companies.


This page (NYSE:RSG) was last updated on 8/13/2026 by MarketBeat.com Staff.
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