Waste Management, Inc. (WM)

US — Industrials Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol WM
  • Rev/Share 59.5031
  • Book/Share 22.8621
  • PB 10.1314
  • Debt/Equity 2.6106
  • CurrentRatio 0.8569
  • ROIC 0.082

 

  • MktCap 93295428000.0
  • FreeCF/Share 5.3739
  • PFCF 43.1324
  • PE 34.2591
  • Debt/Assets 0.5253
  • DivYield 0.0136
  • ROE 0.3193

 

  • Rating B
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 2
  • DCF Score 4
  • P/B Score 1
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
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
Initiation WM William Blair -- Outperform -- -- Oct. 3, 2024

News

Waste Management Q2: Expanding Into Healthcare And Renewable Energy, Initiate At Buy
WM
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
WM
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
WM
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
WM
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
WM
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
WM
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
AVGO, AZN, CL, CP, DRPRF, EMR, ESS, FOX, HSBC, ITVPY, KLAC, MU, NRDBY, NSC, PHPPY, PSMMY, SLB, SUBCY, UPS, WLMIY, WM
Published: July 22, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Bloomberg's 50 Companies to Watch leverages catalysts like new leadership, AI, and policy shifts to identify high-potential stocks for 2025. Yield-based 'dogcatcher' analysis spotlights 15 dividend payers with strong free cash flow, with five 'IDEAL' stocks signaling safer, buy-worthy dividends. Top ten dividend focus stocks project an average 16.69% net gain by July 2026, with risk profiles generally below market averages.

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Waste Management (WM) Earnings Expected to Grow: What to Know Ahead of Next Week's Release
WM
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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Here's Why Waste Management (WM) is a Strong Growth Stock
WM
Published: July 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Waste Management (WM) Stock Declines While Market Improves: Some Information for Investors
WM
Published: July 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

In the latest trading session, Waste Management (WM) closed at $223.39, marking a -2.36% move from the previous day.

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Why Waste Management (WM) is a Top Growth Stock for the Long-Term
WM
Published: July 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Waste Management: Core Waste Business Strength, Healthcare Synergies, And Sustainability Expansion Support A 'Buy'
WM
Published: June 18, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

I rate Waste Management a buy due to strong revenue growth, margin expansion, and a valuation discount versus peers. Revenue growth is driven by pricing power, sustainability initiatives, healthcare cross-selling, and bolt-on M&A, with weather headwinds now behind us. Margins should benefit from automation, exiting low-margin contracts, and synergy realization in the healthcare segment, despite near-term dilution.

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Waste Management: Strategic Acquisitions And Innovation Position The Stock For Growth
WM
Published: June 18, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Waste Management's economic necessity, innovation, and strategic acquisitions position it for sustained growth despite questions about its valuation in a tech-driven economy. The company is expanding in high-growth segments like recycling and renewable energy, investing billions to capture rising demand and enhance sustainability. Recent acquisitions, especially Stericycle, strengthen WM's business model, diversify revenue streams, and support long-term value creation.

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Digital Smart Waste Management Solutions Market is expected to grow significantly by 2034 | Exactitude Consultancy
WM
Published: June 12, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global digital smart waste management solutions market is experiencing transformative growth, with an estimated valuation of USD 5.8 billion in 2024. Driven by technological innovation and increasing demand for sustainable practices, the market is projected to reach nearly USD 12 billion by 2034, expanding at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.5% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2034.

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Smart Waste Management Market Size to Hit USD 8.90 Billion by 2032, at 14.13% CAGR | Research by SNS Insider
WM
Published: June 12, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Smart Waste Management Market growth driven by Rising Urbanization, IoT Adoption, and Demand for Efficient Waste Monitoring Solutions Smart Waste Management Market growth driven by Rising Urbanization, IoT Adoption, and Demand for Efficient Waste Monitoring Solutions

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Liquid Waste Management Sector Sees Surge with Growing Adoption of Decentralized Treatment Systems in Asia-Pacific & Latin America
WM
Published: June 10, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

The Liquid Waste Management Market is driven by rising environmental awareness, strict regulations, and industrial growth, especially in developing regions like Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Opportunities lie in advanced treatment solutions, decentralized systems, and sustainability initiatives, amidst challenges of high costs and infrastructure needs. The Liquid Waste Management Market is driven by rising environmental awareness, strict regulations, and industrial growth, especially in developing regions like Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Opportunities lie in advanced treatment solutions, decentralized systems, and sustainability initiatives, amidst challenges of high costs and infrastructure needs.

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Wood Chipper Machines Market to USD 601.87 Million by 2032, Owing to the Surge in Biomass Energy Demand and Sustainable Waste Management Practices | SNS Insider
WM
Published: June 09, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

The Wood Chipper Machines Market is experiencing robust growth due to the escalating global emphasis on renewable energy sources and sustainable waste management. The Wood Chipper Machines Market is experiencing robust growth due to the escalating global emphasis on renewable energy sources and sustainable waste management.

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Waste Management (NYSE: WM) Stock Price Prediction and Forecast 2025-2030 (June 2025)
WM
Published: June 05, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Waste Management Inc. (NYSE: WM) has a large competitive moat, new market expansion opportunities, and a growing renewable energy business.

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Waste Management (WM) Stock Declines While Market Improves: Some Information for Investors
WM
Published: June 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Waste Management (WM) concluded the recent trading session at $238.89, signifying a -0.54% move from its prior day's close.

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Waste Management (WM) Rises But Trails Market: What Investors Should Know
WM
Published: May 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

The latest trading day saw Waste Management (WM) settling at $237.76, representing a +0.26% change from its previous close.

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Waste Management (WM) Up 4% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
WM
Published: May 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Waste Management (WM) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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3 Top-Tier Dividend Stocks to Buy for a Worry-Free Retirement
MCD, UPS, WM
Published: May 27, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

These dividend stocks have recession-resistant businesses and are generally quite stable.

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3 stocks to hold through any market crash
HCA, WM, WMT
Published: May 23, 2025 by: Finbold
Sentiment: Negative

J.P. Morgan research suggests the probability of a U.S. recession in 2025 is dropping below 50% from its 60% peak, now that the Trump administration is pulling punches on some of its more aggressive tariff policies, allowing the S&P 500 to rebound after dipping into correction territory back in March. However, the risk is still high.

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Food & Beverages Industry Impact Report, Q1 2025 - AI-Powered Solutions Transform Food Waste Management as Sector Faces $1 Trillion Annual Losses and Emissions Pressures
WM
Published: May 07, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Food Sector Companies Urged to Build Regional Innovation Networks to Navigate Trade Policy Risks and Advance Waste Reduction Goals Food Sector Companies Urged to Build Regional Innovation Networks to Navigate Trade Policy Risks and Advance Waste Reduction Goals

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I Believe In Waste Management's Future, Just Not Its Current Price
WM
Published: April 30, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Waste Management, Inc. is evolving from a traditional waste services company into a comprehensive environmental infrastructure platform with significant investments in sustainability, renewable energy, and regulated waste. WM's focus on automation and AI-powered solutions aims to reduce costs and improve efficiency, potentially saving $450 million by 2026. CapEx is heavy due to investments in RNG plants and automation, posing risks if delays or cost overruns occur, impacting WM free cash flow projections.

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CORRECTING and REPLACING WM Announces First Quarter 2025 Earnings
WM
Published: April 29, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In the SG&A Expenses table, in the WM Legacy Business(d) row of the release dated April 28, 2025, the third figure should read 517 (instead of 5177). The updated release reads: WM ANNOUNCES FIRST QUARTER 2025 EARNINGS Strong Operational Performance Combined with WM Healthcare Solutions Results Deliver Outsized Growth WM Adds Two Recycling Automation Projects in Key Markets During the Quarter WM (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for the quarter ended Marc.

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WM Earnings Beat Estimates in Q1, Revenues Appreciate 17% Y/Y
WM
Published: April 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

WM's top line in the first quarter of 2025 improves on the back of robust segmental performances.

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Waste Management, Inc. (WM) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
WM
Published: April 29, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:WM ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call April 29, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Ed Egl - Vice President, Investor Relations & Financial Analysis Jim Fish - President & Chief Executive Officer John Morris - Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer Devina Rankin - Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Tara Hemmer - Senior Vice President & Chief Sustainability Officer Rafael Carrasco - Senior Vice President, Enterprise Strategy & President, WM Healthcare Solutions Conference Call Participants Bryan Burgmeier - Citi Kevin Chiang - CIBC Tyler Brown - Raymond James Trevor Romeo - William Blair …

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Waste Management Market to Surge: Projected Growth from $822.05 Billion in 2025 to $1.07 Trillion by 2029
WM
Published: April 21, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Dublin, April 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Waste Management and Remediation Services Market Report 2025" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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Waste Management Stock Rises 16% YTD: Buy, Hold, or Sell?
WM
Published: April 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here, we will be analyzing the key drivers of WM's performance, sustainability initiatives and strategic acquisitions to evaluate its investment appeal.

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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

Waste 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.