Quest Resource (QRHC)
NASDAQ:QRHC
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QRHC Stock Chart & Stats
$1.18
-$0.14(-2.28%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$1.18
-$0.14(-2.28%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$0.81 - $2.41
Previous CloseN/A
Volume4.19K
Average Volume (3M)113.98K
Market Cap
$28.03M
Enterprise Value$87.61M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$1.14M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$63.95M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.14
Next Earnings
Aug 17, 2026EPS Estimate
-0.04Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.34
Shares Outstanding21,073,513
10 Day Avg. Volume105,155
30 Day Avg. Volume113,979
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.00
Price to Book (P/B)0.96
Price to Sales (P/S)0.16
P/FCF Ratio4.20
Enterprise Value/Market Cap3.13
Enterprise Value/Revenue0.36
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit2.24
Enterprise Value/Ebitda11.95
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$2.50Price Target Upside111.86% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)-0.11
Revenue Forecast (FY)$257.25M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improved Cash GenerationA return to positive operating cash flow and meaningful free cash flow creates durable capacity to fund operations, invest selectively, and service debt without relying solely on capital markets. Although coverage is modest (~0.25), sustained FCF improvement materially reduces refinancing and liquidity risk over the next several quarters.
SG&A Reduction & Cost DisciplineMaterial year-over-year SG&A cuts indicate structural cost discipline that can lower the revenue breakpoint for profitability. If sustained, this improves operating leverage, helps offset margin headwinds from mix or fuel, and supports a clearer path to restoring consistent operating profitability over 2–6 months.
Refinancing & Active Debt ManagementRefinancing the ABL, securing covenant easements and using facility flexibility to prepay higher‑cost term debt materially eases near‑term covenant and cash‑flow pressure. These structural actions extend breathing room, lower interest cost risk, and create optionality to execute further deleveraging over the medium term.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageHigh net debt relative to diminished equity constrains strategic flexibility and raises refinancing and interest‑rate exposure. With returns currently negative, leverage amplifies downside if cash generation falters; durable deleveraging depends on sustained FCF and consistent profit recovery over multiple quarters.
Weak Profitability & Thin MarginsVery thin operating margins and ongoing net losses mean modest revenue or mix shocks can quickly eliminate earnings. Durable recovery requires margin expansion through pricing, cost structure, or higher‑margin service mix; absent that, profitability and equity rebuilding remain challenged over the medium term.
Revenue Concentration & Industrial HeadwindsMaterial volume losses tied to a small set of industrial clients create revenue volatility and make top‑line recovery dependent on new wins and share‑of‑wallet expansion. This concentration risk reduces predictability of gross profit and cash flow, complicating durable margin and deleveraging plans.
Quest Resource News
QRHC FAQ
What was Quest Resource’s price range in the past 12 months?
Quest Resource lowest stock price was $0.81 and its highest was $2.41 in the past 12 months.
What is Quest Resource’s market cap?
Quest Resource’s market cap is $28.03M.
When is Quest Resource’s upcoming earnings report date?
Quest Resource’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 17, 2026 which is in 65 days.
How were Quest Resource’s earnings last quarter?
Quest Resource released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported -$0.112 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of -$0.068 by -$0.044.
Is Quest Resource overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Quest Resource’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Quest Resource pay dividends?
Quest Resource does not currently pay dividends.
What is Quest Resource’s EPS estimate?
Quest Resource’s EPS estimate is -0.04.
How many shares outstanding does Quest Resource have?
Quest Resource has 21,073,513 shares outstanding.
What happened to Quest Resource’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Quest Resource reported an EPS of -$0.112 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of -$0.068. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 6.481%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Quest Resource?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in QRHC
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Company Description
Quest Resource
Quest Resource Holding Corporation (QRHC) is a U.S.-based enterprise dedicated to delivering holistic solutions for the management, recycling, and repurposing of diverse waste streams and recyclable materials. The company's extensive service portfolio includes the collection, processing, and responsible disposal of a wide array of waste products. This encompasses automotive-related waste like motor oil, lubricants, oil filters, scrap tires, and oily water, as well as services for goods destruction. QRHC also handles organic wastes such as food waste, meat renderings, cooking oil, and grease trap waste. Furthermore, they manage common recyclables including plastics, cardboard, metal, glass, and mixed paper, alongside construction debris, and a broad spectrum of both regulated and unregulated solid, liquid, and gaseous waste materials. Supplemental offerings include the provision of antifreeze and windshield washer fluid, waste containment and compaction equipment (like dumpsters and compactors), and other ancillary support services. A core aspect of their mission is to provide landfill diversion strategies. QRHC caters to a varied clientele across numerous industries. This includes major retail operations (such as big box stores, grocers, and other retailers); the automotive sector, encompassing maintenance facilities, quick lubes, dealerships, and collision repair centers; transportation and logistics companies, including those with internal fleet operations; manufacturing facilities; multi-family residences and commercial properties; restaurant chains and food service operations; and construction and demolition project sites. The company promotes its services to these sectors through a direct sales force and strategic collaborative partnerships. Founded in 2002, the organization initially operated under the name Infinity Resources Holdings Corp. before officially rebranding as Quest Resource Holding Corporation in October 2013. Its corporate headquarters are situated in The Colony, Texas.
QRHC Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presents a balanced picture: material near-term financial headwinds (10% revenue decline YoY, ~12% gross profit decline YoY, concentrated industrial volume losses, limited cash and significant net debt) are offset by clear operational progress — SG&A reductions (26% YoY), working capital improvements, an active sales pipeline, a meaningful QSR win, and proactive debt management. Management expresses cautious optimism and expects sequential improvement into Q2 while acknowledging persistent margin pressure and macro risks.View all QRHC earnings summariesQRHC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$2.50
▲(111.86% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
44.41% Insiders
5.29% Mutual Funds
23.03% Other Institutional Investors
23.83% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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