"Exposure to power quality investment trends and valuation inform our top picks: EMR (automation, digitization), RRX (motion control, electrification), GNRC (distributed energy exposure, grid services, microgrid hardware and design)." Deutsche Bank upgrades Republic Services to buy from hold Deutsche said the waste disposal company provides a compelling earnings growth opportunity. "We are upgrading Republic Services t o a Buy rating as it (i) is an inflation hedge in today's environment, (ii) is a safe haven in market downturns and (iii) provides compelling earnings growth especially on a risk adjusted basis.