Waste Management, Inc. (WM)

NYSE: WM · Real-Time Price · USD
225.86
-10.74 (-4.54%)
Jul 30, 2026, 11:31 AM EDT - Market open
Market Cap90.70B -1.1%
Revenue (ttm)25.67B +7.2%
Net Income2.85B +4.9%
EPS7.07 +4.7%
Shares Out 401.58M
PE Ratio33.47
Forward PE27.57
Dividend$3.78 (1.67%)
Ex-Dividend DateJun 5, 2026
Volume815,957
Open230.02
Previous Close236.60
Day's Range225.15 - 231.11
52-Week Range194.11 - 248.13
Beta0.45
AnalystsBuy
Price Target260.64 (+15.4%)
Earnings DateJul 28, 2026

About WM

Waste Management, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides environmental solutions to residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal customers in the United States, Canada, Western Europe, and internationally. It offers collection services, including picking up and transporting waste and recyclable materials from where it was generated to a transfer station, recovery facility, or disposal site; owns and operates transfer stations; and owns, develops, and operates landfill gas-to-energy facilities that produce renewable electricity and renew... [Read more]

IPO Date Jun 2, 1988
Employees 60,500
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol WM
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Waste Management's revenue was $25.20 billion, an increase of 14.24% compared to the previous year's $22.06 billion. Earnings were $2.71 billion, a decrease of -1.38%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 28 analysts, the average rating for WM stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $260.64, which is an increase of 15.40% from the latest price.

Price Target
$260.64
(15.40% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

WM price target raised to $250 from $244 at CIBC

CIBC raised the firm’s price target on WM (WM) to $250 from $244 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares following the Q2 report. The firm says that despite…

1 hour ago - TheFly

WM price target raised to $270 from $264 at Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank raised the firm’s price target on WM (WM) to $270 from $264 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.

3 hours ago - TheFly

WM price target raised to $244 from $240 at RBC Capital

RBC Capital raised the firm’s price target on WM (WM) to $244 from $240 and keeps a Sector Perform rating on the shares. The company reported mixed Q2 results but…

3 hours ago - TheFly

WM price target raised to $261 from $252 at Stifel

Stifel raised the firm’s price target on WM (WM) to $261 from $252 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.

4 hours ago - TheFly

WM price target raised to $277 from $270 at Barclays

Barclays raised the firm’s price target on WM (WM) to $277 from $270 and keeps an Overweight rating on the shares. The company’s Q2 results reinforce confidence in its margin…

6 hours ago - TheFly

Waste Management Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2026

Q2 2026 saw strong earnings, margin expansion, and robust free cash flow, with operating EBITDA up 5.5% (9.1% excluding wildfire impacts) and margin up 40 bps. Healthcare Solutions and recycling drove significant growth, while disciplined cost management and capital allocation supported shareholder returns.

1 day ago - Transcripts

Waste Management Earnings release: Q2 2026

Waste Management released its Q2 2026 earnings on July 29, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.

1 day ago - Filings

Waste Management Quarterly report: Q2 2026

Waste Management has published its Q2 2026 quarterly earnings report on July 29, 2026.

1 day ago - Filings

WM reports Q2 adjusted EPS $2.02, consensus $1.98

Reports Q2 revenue $6.684B, consensus $6.71B. “Second quarter earnings growth, margin expansion, and cash flow generation reflect the strength of our business model and consistent execution from the W...

1 day ago - TheFly

WM Announces Second Quarter 2026 Earnings

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WM (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.   Three Months Ended   Three Months Ended   June 30, 2026 (in millions, except per share ...

1 day ago - Business Wire

WM price target raised to $260 from $250 at Scotiabank

Scotiabank raised the firm’s price target on WM (WM) to $260 from $250 and keeps a Sector Perform rating on the shares. The firm expects Q2 results to be in-line…

14 days ago - TheFly

WM price target raised to $269 from $263 at Citi

Citi analyst Bryan Burgmeier raised the firm’s price target on WM (WM) to $269 from $263 and keeps a Buy rating on the shares.

20 days ago - TheFly

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 We...

4 weeks ago - Business Wire

WM Updates Recycle Right® Rules: No Batteries in Recycling or Trash

National Waste & Recycling Association Study Showed an Estimated 5,000 Battery-Related Fires Occur at Recycling Facilities Annually Nationwide HOUSTON, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- WM (NYSE: WM), Nor...

6 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Waste Management Slides: Investor presentation

Waste Management has posted slides in relation to its latest quarterly earnings report, which was published on June 15, 2026.

6 weeks ago - Filings

Wallbridge Mining Announces Voting Results from Annual Meeting of Shareholders

TORONTO, June 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wallbridge Mining Company Limited (TSX:WM, OTCQB:WLBMF) (“Wallbridge” or the “Company”) held its Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the “Meeting”) on June 10, 2...

7 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

Waste Management Transcript: Waste360/ Stifel Investor Summit

Resilient growth is driven by technology, sustainability, and disciplined capital allocation. Margin expansion continues through AI and operational optimization, while acquisitions and recycling investments support future growth. Regulatory engagement and market trends favor strong pricing and operational flexibility.

7 weeks ago - Transcripts

Waste Management Transcript: 46th Annual William Blair Growth Stock Conference

The company highlighted its resilient business model, strategic asset network, and strong financial performance, with major investments in sustainability, automation, and healthcare integration. AI and analytics are driving pricing, efficiency, and customer retention, while cross-selling and new market expansion support future growth.

2 months ago - Transcripts

Why 46% of Bill Gates' fund is now concentrated in just 2 stocks

Bill Gates built one of the world's most valuable software companies, and yet the trust that funds his foundation no longer owns a single Microsoft share. That sounds dramatic, but the more revealing ...

2 months ago - Invezz

Wallbridge Completes Private Placement for Proceeds of Approximately C$56 Million

TORONTO, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wallbridge Mining Company Limited (TSX: WM, OTCQB:WLBMF) (“Wallbridge” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has closed its previously announced pr...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Wallbridge to Advance Fenelon to Pre-Feasibility Study with Strategic Investments from Agnico Eagle and Waratah for Approximately C$56 Million

TORONTO, May 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wallbridge Mining Company Limited (TSX: WM, OTCQB:WLBMF) (“Wallbridge” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has entered into definitive agreements...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Lassila & Tikanoja strengthens its waste management services by acquiring Kempeleen Siirtokuljetus Oy and Kempeleen Jätekuljetus Oy

Lassila & Tikanoja PlcInvestor News18 May 2026 at 1:45 PM EEST Lassila & Tikanoja strengthens its waste management services by acquiring Kempeleen Siirtokuljetus Oy and Kempeleen Jätekuljetus Oy Lassi...

2 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

WM names Tara Hemmer COO

WM (WM) announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Tara Hemmer to the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, reporting to John Morris, the company’s President,…

2 months ago - TheFly

WM Names Tara Hemmer Chief Operating Officer

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $WM--WM (NYSE: WM) announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Tara Hemmer to the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), reporting...

2 months ago - Business Wire

WM Announces Cash Dividend

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WM (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.945 per share payable June 18, 2026, to stockholders of record on June 5, 2026. ABOUT WM WM (...

2 months ago - Business Wire