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WMWaste Management, Inc.
$228.98$92.4B
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WM logoWaste Management, Inc.(WM)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios

WM•NYSE
$228.98
34.2× P/E·Price updated Jul 6, 2026
SectorIndustrialsIndustryWaste ManagementSub-IndustrySolid Waste Collection and Disposal
AboutWaste Management, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides waste management environmental services to residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal customers in North America. It offers collection services, including picking up and transporting waste and recyclable materials from where it was generated to a transfer station, material recovery facility (MRF), or disposal site; and owns, develops, and operates landfill gas-to-energy facilities in the United States, as well as owns and operates transfer stations. As of December 31, 2021, the company owned or operated 255 solid waste landfills; 5 secure hazardous waste landfills; 96 MRFs; and 340 transfer stations. It also provides materials processing and commodities recycling services; recycling brokerage services, such as managing the marketing of recyclable materials for third parties; and other strategic business solutions. In addition, the company offers construction and remediation services; services related with the disposal of fly ash, and residue generated from the combustion of coal and other fuel stocks; in-plant services comprising full-service waste management solutions and consulting services; and specialized disposal services for oil and gas exploration and production operations. The company was formerly known as USA Waste Services, Inc. and changed its name to Waste Management, Inc. in 1998. Waste Management, Inc. was incorporated in 1987 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.Show more
  • Revenue$25.2B+14.2%
  • EBITDA$7.47B+14.1%
  • Net Income$2.71B-1.4%
  • EPS (Diluted)6.70-1.6%
  • Gross Margin29.08%
  • EBITDA Margin29.64%-0.2%
  • Operating Margin18.28%-2.8%
  • Net Margin10.74%-13.7%
  • ROE29.68%-18.1%

WM Price & Volume

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart

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Acquisition Driven Growth Masks Rising Leverage Risks

Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1

VerdictNeutral
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Moderate
Financial:Strained
Cash Flow:Stable
Primary Risk:High leverage and integration

Key Thesis Takeaways

  • Waste Management's aggressive inorganic growth strategy, highlighted by a $6.6 billion acquisition outlay in 2024Q4, has successfully expanded the asset base to $45.7 billion but simultaneously strained the balance sheet.
  • While the company maintains a dominant market position, the surge in goodwill to $13.9 billion and the deterioration of the current ratio to 0.93 suggest significant integration and liquidity risks.
  • Investors should monitor whether the company can improve its 3.9% ROIC and manage the debt-financed expansion without further diluting shareholder returns.

Verdict Logic

while the company demonstrates consistent cash generation, the current P/E of 33.66 and the elevated debt-to-equity profile suggest that the stock is fully valued relative to the risks associated with integrating recent large-scale acquisitions.

WM Growth Metrics

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR

Revenue CAGR

10 Years6.88%
5 Years10.62%
3 Years8.56%
TTM10.87%

Profit CAGR

10 Years13.65%
5 Years12.6%
3 Years6.56%
TTM4.45%

EPS CAGR

10 Years15.04%
5 Years13.74%
3 Years7.52%
TTM4.22%

Return on Capital

10 Years12.73%
5 Years12.59%
3 Years12.63%
Last Year11.72%

WM Recent Earnings

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters

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●Beat EPS 7/12 qtrs (58%)●Beat Revenue 4/12 qtrs (33%)
Q2 2026Latest
Apr 28, 2026
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.81+3.4%
$1.75
Rev
$6.2B-0.8%
$6.3B
Q1 2026
Jan 28, 2026
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.93-1.0%
$1.95
Rev
$6.3B-1.2%
$6.4B
Q4 2025
Oct 27, 2025
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.98-1.5%
$2.01
Rev
$6.4B-0.8%
$6.5B
Q3 2025
Jul 28, 2025
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.92+1.6%
$1.89
Rev
$6.4B+1.1%
$6.4B
QuarterDateEPS (Act vs Est)Revenue (Act vs Est)
Q2 2026LatestApr 28, 2026
$1.81vs $1.75+3.4%
$6.2Bvs $6.3B-0.8%
Q1 2026Jan 28, 2026
$1.93vs $1.95-1.0%
$6.3Bvs $6.4B-1.2%
Q4 2025Oct 27, 2025
$1.98vs $2.01-1.5%
$6.4Bvs $6.5B-0.8%
Q3 2025Jul 28, 2025
$1.92vs $1.89+1.6%
$6.4Bvs $6.4B+1.1%
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Latest WM News

Recent stock market news and headlines for Waste Management, Inc. (WM)

Zacks Investment Research·6 days ago
Here's Why Investors Can Consider Buying Waste Management Stock Now

WM's pricing discipline, renewable energy initiatives and steady dividend growth support long-term expansion while reinforcing its competitive edge.

Fool - Investing News·Jun 29, 2026
3 Inflation-Resistant Stocks Poised to Keep Winning Through Year-End

These stocks are well positioned to thrive even as the CPI hits multiyear highs.

MarketBeat·Jun 27, 2026
3 Waste Stocks Turning AI Investments into Growth

The debate over artificial intelligence has centered on one thing: the cost of the infrastructure needed to support it. That focus may be missing the point.

Business Wire·Jun 26, 2026
WM Sets Date for Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WM (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release second quarter financial results after the close of the market on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 and host its investor conference call Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 10 a.m. ET. The live audio webcast of the earnings call will be accessible to the public by visiting investors.wm.com and selecting “Events & Presentations” from the website menu. A replay of the audio webcast will be available at the same location following the conclu.

Zacks Investment Research·Jun 26, 2026
VEOEY or WM: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?

Investors looking for stocks in the Waste Removal Services sector might want to consider either Veolia Environnement SA (VEOEY) or Waste Management (WM). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?

Peers Comparison

Key metrics vs top competitors for Waste Management, Inc. (WM)

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CompanyPriceMarket CapP/E RatioRev Growth (1Y)Net MarginROEDiv Yield
WM logoWMWaste Management, Inc.Current
$228.98$92.36B34.1814.24%10.74%29.68%1.44%
RSG logoRSGRepublic Services, Inc.
$214.58$66.02B31.333.49%12.99%18.12%—
CWST logoCWSTCasella Waste Systems, Inc.
$96.27$6.03B802.2517.95%0.38%0.46%—
WCN logoWCNWaste Connections, Inc.
$167.62$42.72B40.106.55%10.97%12.93%—
CLH logoCLHClean Harbors, Inc.
$294.56$15.7B40.462.39%6.53%14.37%—
CECO logoCECOCECO Environmental Corp.
$80.68$2.89B58.8938.79%2.11%5.45%—

Compare WM vs Peers

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.

Closest Rival

vs RSG

Most directly comparable listed peer for WM.

Scale Benchmark

vs CAT

Larger-name benchmark to compare WM against a more recognizable public peer.

Peer Set

Compare Top 5

vs RSG, CWST, WCN, CLH

WM SEC Filings & Documents

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)

8-K Announcements

6
Material company update

Apr 28, 2026·SEC

Material company update

Mar 25, 2026·SEC

Material company update

Mar 13, 2026·SEC

10-K Annual Reports

2
FY 2026

Feb 9, 2026·SEC

FY 2025

Feb 19, 2025·SEC

10-Q Quarterly Reports

6
FY 2026

Apr 29, 2026·SEC

FY 2025

Oct 28, 2025·SEC

FY 2025

Jul 29, 2025·SEC

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WM Frequently Asked Questions

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained

Growth & Financials
What is Waste Management, Inc.'s revenue?

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) reported $25.41B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 1835% increase from $1.31B in 1996.

How fast is Waste Management, Inc. growing?

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) grew revenue by 14.2% over the past year. This is steady growth.

Is WM profitable?

Yes, Waste Management, Inc. (WM) is profitable, generating $2.79B in net income for fiscal year 2025 (10.7% net margin).

Dividend & Returns
Does WM pay dividends?

Yes, Waste Management, Inc. (WM) pays a dividend with a yield of 1.44%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.

What is WM's return on equity?

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) has a return on equity (ROE) of 29.7%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.

What is Waste Management, Inc.'s free cash flow?

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) generated $3.29B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.

What if you invested $1,000 in WM back in 1996?

Total return calculator · dividends reinvested · 30+ years of data

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