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- symbol WM
- Rev/Share 61.4988
- Book/Share 23.6228
- PB 8.4863
- Debt/Equity 0.0924
- CurrentRatio 0.8435
- ROIC 0.0862
- MktCap 80762747490.0
- FreeCF/Share 5.9603
- PFCF 33.6231
- PE 31.5091
- Debt/Assets 0.0193
- DivYield 0.0161
- ROE 0.2879
- Rating B+
- Score 3
- Recommendation Neutral
- P/E Score 2
- DCF Score 4
- P/B Score 1
- D/E Score 2
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upgrade | WM | Robert W. Baird | Neutral | Outperform | -- | $242 | Nov. 4, 2025 |
| Initiation | WM | Stifel | -- | Buy | -- | $252 | Sept. 30, 2025 |
| Initiation | WM | Barclays | -- | Overweight | -- | $272 | Sept. 19, 2025 |
| Downgrade | WM | Erste Group | Buy | Hold | -- | -- | Sept. 11, 2025 |
| Initiation | WM | Melius | -- | Buy | -- | -- | June 9, 2025 |
| Upgrade | WM | JP Morgan | Neutral | Overweight | -- | $277 | May 23, 2025 |
| Initiation | WM | Seaport Research Partners | -- | Neutral | -- | -- | May 7, 2025 |
| Upgrade | WM | HSBC Securities | Hold | Buy | -- | $265 | April 25, 2025 |
| Upgrade | WM | Scotiabank | Sector Perform | Sector Outperform | $225 | $250 | Jan. 27, 2025 |
| Initiation | WM | Scotiabank | -- | Sector Perform | -- | $220 | Oct. 4, 2024 |
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Published: November 11, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Neutral
There is a subtle tone shift in how analysts and some retail investors view the market, as more people believe the AI rally has transformed into a bubble.
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Waste Management: The Garbage Collector AI Can't Replace
Published: November 07, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Waste Management stands as the dominant U.S. waste services provider, boasting a resilient, AI-resistant business model and a powerful regulatory moat. Despite a recent earnings double-miss and a 20% stock pullback, WM offers a compelling entry point, trading at a discount to historical and peer valuations. Strategic investments in recycling, renewable energy, and healthcare waste position WM for durable growth, with cost synergies from the Stericycle acquisition enhancing profitability.
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Packaging Waste Management Market Size, Trends, Segments, Share and Companies 2025-35
Published: November 07, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
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WM Q3 Earnings Miss Estimates Despite Strong Margins, Revenues Up Y/Y
Published: November 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
WM's third-quarter 2025 earnings and revenues miss estimates, even with solid margins and segmental growth.
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Published: October 31, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
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Plastic Waste Management Market Size to Surpass USD 54.66 Bn by 2034
Published: October 29, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
According to Towards Chemical and Materials, the global plastic waste management market size is calculated at USD 39.58 billion in 2025 and is expected to surpass around USD 54.66 billion by 2034, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.65% over the forecast period 2025 to 2034. According to Towards Chemical and Materials, the global plastic waste management market size is calculated at USD 39.58 billion in 2025 and is expected to surpass around USD 54.66 billion by 2034, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.65% over the forecast period 2025 to 2034.
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Waste Management, Inc. (WM) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: October 28, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM ) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 28, 2025 10:00 AM EDT Company Participants Edward Egl - Director of Investor Relations James Fish - CEO & Director John Morris - President & COO Devina Rankin - Executive VP & CFO Tara Hemmer - Senior VP & Chief Sustainability Officer Rafael Carrasco - Senior VP of Enterprise Strategy & President of WM Healthcare Solutions Conference Call Participants Patrick Brown - Raymond James & Associates, Inc., Research Division Noah Kaye - Oppenheimer & Co. Inc., Research Division Trevor Romeo Toni Kaplan - Morgan Stanley, Research Division James Schumm - …
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WM Earnings Miss Estimates in Q3, Revenues Appreciate 15% Y/Y
Published: October 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
WM's third-quarter 2025 results fall short of estimates despite a 15% y/y revenue jump, lifted by strong landfill and renewable energy gains.
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Waste Management Likely To Report Higher Q3 Earnings; These Most Accurate Analysts Revise Forecasts Ahead Of Earnings Call
Published: October 24, 2025 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Positive
Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM) will release earnings results for the third quarter, after the closing bell on Monday, Oct. 27.
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WM Gears Up to Post Q3 Earnings: Here's What You Should Know
Published: October 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
WM gears up to report Q3 results, with revenues projected to rise 15.7%, led by gains across core business segments.
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Waste Management (WM) Q3 Earnings on the Horizon: Analysts' Insights on Key Performance Measures
Published: October 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Get a deeper insight into the potential performance of Waste Management (WM) for the quarter ended September 2025 by going beyond Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimates and examining the estimates for some of its key metrics.
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Waste Management (WM) Earnings Expected to Grow: Should You Buy?
Published: October 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Waste Management (WM) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
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Food Waste Management Market Set to Reach USD 132.17 Billion by 2034, Driven by Sustainable Solutions and Technological Advancements
Published: October 16, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
According to Towards FnB, the global food waste management market size is calculated at USD 81.78 billion in 2025 and is projected to hit USD 132.17 billion by 2034, reflecting at a CAGR of 5.44% from 2025 to 2034. This growth is largely attributed to the increasing demand for sustainable waste management solutions and the integration of advanced technologies that help reduce food waste at multiple stages of the supply chain. According to Towards FnB, the global food waste management market size is calculated at USD 81.78 billion in 2025 and is projected to hit USD 132.17 billion by 2034, …
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Waste Management (WM) Stock Drops Despite Market Gains: Important Facts to Note
Published: October 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
In the most recent trading session, Waste Management (WM) closed at $216.91, indicating a -1.35% shift from the previous trading day.
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Pricing & Cost Control Benefit WM's Profitability Amid Low Liquidity
Published: October 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
WM drives profitability with pricing discipline and cost control, while the Stericycle buyout adds growth potential but strains liquidity.
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INVL Private Equity Fund II signs agreement to acquire 75% stake in Estonia's largest waste management group Eesti Keskkonnateenused
Published: September 30, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
INVL Private Equity Fund II, the largest private equity fund in the Baltics and part of the Invalda INVL group, signed an agreement to acquire 75% stake in Eesti Keskkonnateenused (EKT), Estonia's largest waste management group.
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Waste Connection: Solid Cash Flows In Waste Management's Best-Run Compounder
Published: September 18, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
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Wallbridge Mining Company Limited (WM:CA) Presents At 2025 Precious Metals Summit - Beaver Creek (Transcript)
Published: September 11, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
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Waste Management (NYSE: WM) Stock Price Prediction and Forecast 2025-2030 (Sept 2025)
Published: September 05, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive
Shares of Waste Management Inc. (NYSE: WM) have retreated from a $242.58 all-time high in June and are down 7.3% since then.
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WM Announces Cash Dividend
Published: August 22, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $WM--WM (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.825 per share payable September 26, 2025, to stockholders of record on September 12, 2025. ABOUT WM WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides coll.
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WM CFO Devina Rankin to Retire David Reed to Succeed Rankin
Published: August 21, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $WM--WM (NYSE: WM) announced that Devina Rankin, executive vice president and chief financial officer, is planning to retire. After nearly 23 successful years with the company, Rankin has decided to dedicate focus to her long-standing passions for education and not-for-profit service. She will transition out of the CFO role in November 2025 and will remain as an executive advisor to ensure an effective transition through March 2026. “Devina has been an invaluable contributo.
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Published: August 11, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive
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Waste Management Q2: Expanding Into Healthcare And Renewable Energy, Initiate At Buy
Published: August 06, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
I rate Waste Management, Inc. a Buy with a $245 fair value, due to disciplined pricing, targeted volume growth, and a resilient business model. The Stericycle acquisition expands WM's healthcare market presence and should deliver significant synergies, supporting long-term growth and margin expansion. WM's consistent organic and M&A-driven revenue growth, plus strong capital allocation, make it attractive for dividend investors seeking stability.
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WM Earnings & Revenues Beat Estimates in Q2, Increase Y/Y
Published: July 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
WM reports 19% y/y revenue growth and a 5.5% EPS rise in second-quarter 2025 despite lowering the yearly revenue guidance.
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Waste Management, Inc. (WM) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: July 29, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM ) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call July 29, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Devina A. Rankin - Executive VP & CFO Edward A.
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Waste Management Is Worth The Premium After Another Solid Quarter
Published: July 29, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Waste Management, Inc.'s strong cash flow, resilient core business, and successful Stericycle acquisition support its premium valuation despite an elevated multiple. Healthcare expansion, landfill growth, and automation initiatives drive credible free cash flow targets, with management aiming for $10.50/share by 2027. Debt reduction and synergy realization position WM for future buybacks, while recent tax law changes boost near-term free cash flow.
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Unlocking Q2 Potential of Waste Management (WM): Exploring Wall Street Estimates for Key Metrics
Published: July 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Evaluate the expected performance of Waste Management (WM) for the quarter ended June 2025, looking beyond the conventional Wall Street top-and-bottom-line estimates and examining some of its key metrics for better insight.
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WM Gears Up to Post Q2 Earnings: Here's What You Should Know
Published: July 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
WM eyes a 17.4% revenue jump in the second quarter 2025, with gains across all segments and solid margins boosting EPS expectations.
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5 Ideal "Safer" Dividend Buys From Bloomberg's July Watch List
Published: July 22, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
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Waste Management (WM) Earnings Expected to Grow: What to Know Ahead of Next Week's Release
Published: July 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Waste Management (WM) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
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About Waste Management, Inc. (WM)
- IPO Date 1988-06-22
- Website https://www.wm.com
- Industry Waste Management
- CEO James C. Fish Jr.
- Employees 61700