WM Waste Management Inc

$215.62

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Latest Earnings Insight

Waste Management's strategic focus on sustainability and innovative environmental solutions is poised to drive its upcoming earnings report, scheduled for October 27, 2025. The company has demonstrated robust operational performance, with a notable 33% increase in net cash provided by operating activities in the second quarter, despite a slight miss on EPS expectations. Analysts are forecasting an EPS of $2.02, closely aligned with the whisper number of $2.01, indicating a cautious optimism among investors. Revenue is anticipated to reach $6.50 billion, reflecting the company's ability to navigate headwinds such as lower recycled commodity prices while capitalizing on strategic acquisitions and strong underlying business performance. With a market cap of approximately $86.8 billion, Waste Management's continued investment in recycling and renewable natural gas facilities underscores its commitment to long-term growth and sustainability, setting the stage for potentially surpassing market expectations.

Updated On 12/13/2025

About Waste Management Inc

Waste Management, Inc. is an American waste management, comprehensive waste, and environmental services company in North America. Founded in 1968, the company is headquartered 800 Capitol in Houston, Texas.

Website: https://www.wm.com

Sector
ENERGY & TRANSPORTATION
Industry
REFUSE SYSTEMS
Exchange
NYSE
Country
USA
Currency
USD
Fiscal Year End
December
CIK
823768
Address
1001 FANNIN STREET, HOUSTON, TX, US
Valuation
Market Cap
$92.90B
P/E Ratio
33.91
PEG Ratio
2.87
Price to Book
11.26
Performance
EPS
$6.81
Dividend Yield
1.43%
Profit Margin
12.40%
ROE
36.20%
Technicals
50D MA
$227.99
200D MA
$215.74
52W High
$239.32
52W Low
$194.50
Fundamentals
Shares Outstanding
402M
Target Price
$239.47
Beta
0.67

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WM News & Sentiment

Dec 13, 2025 • MarketBeat NEUTRAL
Adage Capital Partners GP L.L.C. Sells 282,991 Shares of Waste Management, Inc. $WM
Adage Capital Partners GP L.L.C. reduced its stake in Waste Management, Inc. by 28.3% through the sale of 282,991 shares, now owning 716,676 shares valued at $163.99 million. Several other institutional investors also adjusted their holdings in WM. Waste Management recently missed its quarterly earnings estimate and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.825 per share.
Dec 12, 2025 • Waste Dive NEUTRAL
Republic Services’ Tennessee landfill sued again; Rumpke seeks Kentucky expansion
Local officials in Tennessee are suing Republic Services over an expansion application for the Middle Point Landfill, claiming the company bypassed local control processes. In Kentucky, Rumpke is facing public concerns about odors and traffic as it seeks to expand its Montgomery County landfill. These cases highlight ongoing challenges in landfill expansion and community relations across the country.
Dec 12, 2025 • TradingView SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
Reasons Why You Should Retain Waste Management Stock for Now
Waste Management (WM) shares have outperformed the industry due to its robust waste management infrastructure, advanced recycling solutions, and consistent dividend payments since 1998, attracting long-term investors. Despite a current ratio lower than the industry average, the company's focus on optimizing its healthcare solutions with the Stericycle acquisition and its strong market position contribute to sustainable growth. Waste Management currently holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), with other highly-ranked services sector stocks being Genpact (G) and Palantir Technologies (PLTR).
Dec 12, 2025 • MarketBeat SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
Maverick Capital Ltd. Acquires New Holdings in Weis Markets, Inc. $WMK
Maverick Capital Ltd. has acquired a new stake in Weis Markets, Inc. (NYSE:WMK), purchasing 53,049 shares valued at approximately $3.85 million. Weis Markets recently reported quarterly EPS of $0.74 on $1.24 billion in revenue and pays a quarterly dividend of $0.34, with insiders owning about 27% of the stock. Other institutional investors like AlphaQuest LLC and SummerHaven Investment Management LLC also adjusted their holdings in WMK.
Dec 12, 2025 • MarketBeat NEUTRAL
Intact Investment Management Inc. Sells 12,000 Shares of Waste Management, Inc. $WM
Intact Investment Management Inc. reduced its stake in Waste Management, Inc. by 44.9% during the second quarter, selling 12,000 shares and holding 14,700 shares valued at approximately $3.36 million. Waste Management recently missed quarterly earnings estimates with an EPS of $1.98 against a $2.01 consensus and revenue of $6.44 billion against $6.51 billion, though revenue increased 14.9% year-over-year. The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.825 per share, offering an annualized yield of about 1.6%.
Dec 11, 2025 • MarketBeat NEUTRAL
State Street Corp Sells 103,867 Shares of Waste Management, Inc. $WM
State Street Corp reduced its stake in Waste Management, Inc. by 0.6%, selling 103,867 shares, but still holds 18,439,478 shares valued at approximately $4.22 billion. Waste Management reported mixed Q2 earnings, missing EPS and revenue estimates, yet showing a 14.9% year-over-year revenue increase. The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.825, and analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with an average price target of $249.14 despite recent upgrades and downgrades.
Sentiment Snapshot

Average Sentiment Score:

0.212
50 articles with scored sentiment

Overall Sentiment:

Bullish

WM Reported Earnings

Jul 28, 2025
Jun 30, 2025 (Post market)
0.03 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.92
  • Estimate: $1.89
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 1.6%
Apr 28, 2025
Mar 31, 2025 (Post market)
0.08 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.67
  • Estimate: $1.59
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 5.0%
Jan 29, 2025
Dec 31, 2024 (Post market)
-0.1 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.70
  • Estimate: $1.80
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -5.6%
Oct 28, 2024
Sep 30, 2024 (Post market)
0.08 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.96
  • Estimate: $1.88
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 4.3%
Jul 24, 2024
Jun 30, 2024 (Post market)
-0.01 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.82
  • Estimate: $1.83
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -0.6%
Apr 24, 2024
Mar 31, 2024 (Post market)
0.24 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.75
  • Estimate: $1.51
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 15.9%
Feb 12, 2024
Dec 31, 2023 (Post market)
0.21 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.74
  • Estimate: $1.53
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 13.7%
Oct 24, 2023
Sep 30, 2023 (Post market)
0.02 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.63
  • Estimate: $1.61
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 1.2%
Jul 25, 2023
Jun 30, 2023 (Post market)
-0.03 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $1.51
  • Estimate: $1.54
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -1.9%

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