Quest Resource Holding Corp (QRHC)
NASDAQIndustrialsWaste ManagementSnapshot 2026-09-04
$1.380.00%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NASDAQIndustrialsWaste ManagementSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · QRHC
What must go right, what could break, what the price assumes, and what evidence comes next.
The current health of the standing investment case.
Recent financial performance sits well below its industry cohort — worth keeping an eye on, though it has not freshly broken.
One-year growth currently built into the price, compared with our model's estimate.
| Measure | Marker shape | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Growth built into the price | circle | -86.8% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond | 7.1% |
For each item: what to watch, what would become a concern, and what would make it less concerning.
A reporting-risk estimate, not a forecast of the stock-price response.
Historical relationships that met the evidence threshold. They do not prove cause or forecast a move.
Usually moved in the same direction.
Price observations: 365 days
Most sensitive to the broad stock market.
Based on historical daily prices through 2026-09-04.
Past price behavior in dollars on a $10,000 position. This does not measure permanent business risk.
How much price usually moves either way.
Use the underlying financial and sector pages to investigate the cause.
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.
Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 94.0 percentage points less one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
Worth watching into the next print: this name is a smaller-cap name (higher miss base rate) and has been missing across recent quarters. A fundamental tilt, not a price call.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 7 industry peers · Company calendar date is not available
QRHC — earnings in line
Dated 2026-08-06
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Why it matters: Improved revenue growth would signal that the company is gaining momentum. This could help offset the decline seen in the previous year.
Supportive ifQ2 revenue growth exceeds 5% compared to Q1 2026.
Worry ifQ2 revenue growth remains below 5% compared to Q1 2026.
Why it matters: The industrial sector is maturing. If revenue growth picks up, it could benefit Quest's business.
Supportive ifSector revenue growth speeds up again toward 5% or more.
Worry ifSector revenue growth keeps slowing down below 5%.
Why it matters: A smaller net loss shows better financial health. It also shows better operational efficiency. This could make investors more confident.
Supportive ifQ2 net loss narrows to less than $2 million.
Worry ifQ2 net loss widens beyond $2.3 million.
Why it matters: Reducing SG&A costs improves cash flow and profitability. This is crucial for financial health.
Supportive ifSG&A expenses decrease by more than 10% year over year.
Worry ifSG&A expenses increase or stay flat year over year, indicating cost control issues.
We watch for confirming and disproving signals on each item. Resolutions are found automatically where possible and checked by hand for unclear cases. Last 90 days shown.
A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days.
Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year.
| Measure | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Typical day | ±$161 on $10,000 · ±1.6% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $683 loss on $10,000 · 6.8% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $6,418 loss on $10,000 · 64.2% | Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year. |
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement; 1.20 means about 20% more.
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement to the sector. This is secondary context.
Latest 30 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
Latest 252 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
20-trading-day average in US dollars.
Trading days used by the source risk snapshot.
Past results, not a forecast. Not investment advice.
Why it matters: Management's focus on changes is important for business growth. Updates can show progress.
Supportive ifManagement shares clear plans. These plans will help improve operations.
Worry ifNo updates or slow progress in business changes are reported.
Why it matters: If revenue growth speeds up, it could signal a positive shift in the company's performance.
Supportive ifQuest Resource's revenue growth exceeds 5% year over year.
Worry ifRevenue growth remains below 5% year over year.
Why it matters: Reducing debt strengthens the balance sheet and lowers interest costs. This is vital for long-term stability.
Supportive ifThe company announced it will reduce debt by an extra $2 million.
Worry ifNo further debt reduction is announced, or debt levels increase.
Why it matters: Management's focus on growth will indicate if the company is on track for a turnaround.
Supportive ifManagement updates show a clear plan. They want to boost business growth.
Worry ifNo updates or mixed signals from management about growth plans.
Why it matters: Adjusted EBITDA growth shows that the company is making more money. It means they are working better.
Supportive ifAdjusted EBITDA exceeds $3 million in the next quarter.
Worry ifAdjusted EBITDA falls below $2.5 million in the next quarter.
Why it matters: New contracts can drive future revenue growth. This is important for the company's long-term strategy.
Supportive ifThere are at least two new big customer contracts announced in Q2.
Worry ifNo new big customer contracts were announced in Q2.
Why it matters: New customer wins are key to driving revenue. If they grow, it shows success.
Supportive ifRevenue increases by more than 5% in Q3 compared to Q2.
Worry ifRevenue growth is less than 5% in Q3 compared to Q2.
Why it matters: Improving cash flow shows better financial health. It supports debt reduction efforts.
Supportive ifOperating cash flow exceeds $5 million in Q3.
Worry ifOperating cash flow falls below $4 million in Q3.
Why it matters: Reducing debt lowers interest costs and strengthens the balance sheet. This is crucial for stability.
Supportive ifTotal debt reduction exceeds $2 million in Q3.
Worry ifNo debt reduction occurs in Q3.
Why it matters: Better margins mean more profit. This can boost investor trust.
Supportive ifGross profit margin exceeds 17% in Q3.
Worry ifGross profit margin falls below 16% in Q3.