Waste Management, Inc. (WM)

NYSE: WM · Real-Time Price · USD
240.84
+6.94 (2.97%)
At close: Feb 27, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
240.70
-0.14 (-0.06%)
After-hours: Feb 27, 2026, 7:59 PM EST
Market Cap97.14B +6.4%
Revenue (ttm)25.20B +14.2%
Net Income2.71B -1.4%
EPS6.70 -1.6%
Shares Out 403.34M
PE Ratio35.95
Forward PE29.35
Dividend$3.78 (1.62%)
Ex-Dividend DateDec 5, 2025
Volume2,612,230
Open235.89
Previous Close233.90
Day's Range235.19 - 241.23
52-Week Range194.11 - 242.58
Beta0.59
AnalystsBuy
Price Target253.95 (+5.44%)
Earnings DateJan 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 20 analysts, the average rating for WM stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $253.95, which is an increase of 5.44% from the latest price.

Price Target
$253.95
(5.44% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Waste Management: A Dividend Darling, But The Premium Stinks

Waste Management is downgraded from buy to hold due to a stretched valuation near a 32x P/E, above its 5-year average. Despite Q4's double miss, WM delivered robust year-over-year EPS and revenue grow...

1 day ago - Seeking Alpha

Healthcare Waste Management Market Size to Reach USD 89.32 Billion by 2035 Due to the Increasing Healthcare Facility Expansion Globally – SNS Insider

Expanding Healthcare Infrastructure, Biomedical Waste Compliance Mandates, and Adoption of Circular Economy Technologies Accelerate Global Market Growth. Expanding Healthcare Infrastructure, Biomedica...

1 day ago - GlobeNewsWire

Smart Waste Management Market Size to Worth $13.31 Billion by 2035 | SNS Insider

Global Smart Waste Management Market Size, Share, Revenue Trends & Segment Analysis, By Waste Type, Method, Source, Technology, and Regions | Forecast 2035

9 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

Waste Management: A Top Defensive Stock For A Bumpy 2026

Waste Management maintains resilience, despite revenue deceleration, with strong margin expansion and robust cash flow supporting a reiterated buy rating. Their Healthcare Solutions segment delivered ...

11 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Diamond Hill Select Strategy Q4 2025 Portfolio Review

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12 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Solid Control Drilling Waste Management Market Size to Hit $3.23 Billion by 2035 | Research by SNS Insider

Global Solid Control Drilling Waste Management Market Size, Share & Segmentation By Service Type, Application, Waste Type, End Use, Region & Forecast 2035

4 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

4 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

WM Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Earnings

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WM (NYSE: WM) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended Dec. 31, 2025.   Three Months Ended Year Ended   December 31, 2025 December 31, 2024 Dec...

4 weeks ago - Business Wire

Waste Management: Growth Inflection Ahead As Volume Headwinds Fade, Pricing Stays Strong

Waste Management is rated Buy, with risk-reward attractive as headwinds fade and valuation sits below historical and peer levels. WM's organic growth should accelerate in 2026, driven by industrial re...

4 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

Waste Management stock forecast ahead of earnings: buy or sell?

Waste Management stock price has rebounded in the past few months, helped by its recent dividend and buyback hikes. WM jumped to a high of $230 on Monday, up by 20% from its lowest level in October.

4 weeks ago - Invezz

Waste Management Shares Hit Intraday High After Key Trading Signal

Waste Management Inc (NYSE: WM) experienced a significant Power Inflow alert, a key bullish indicator that is closely tracked by traders who value order flow analytics, specifically institutional and ...

5 weeks ago - Benzinga

Waste Management Market Poised to Surge to a Stunning US$ 2.30 Trillion by 2033 | Astute Analytica

The global waste management market has evolved into a multi-trillion-dollar industry, playing a pivotal role in safeguarding both environmental sustainability and public health. Its continued growth r...

5 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

Joint Cross-industry Statement: Cement Industry Co-Processing Should Be More Widely Adopted for Global Sustainable Waste Management

LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #LowCarbon--Leading industry organisations today issued a joint statement highlighting the substantial and positive contribution the cement industry can make to addressing th...

6 weeks ago - Business Wire

Waste Management: Buy This Trash Play With Robust Revenue Growth And Consistent Capital Return

Waste Management remains a buy, demonstrating robust revenue growth, operational health, and consistent capital returns, despite recent underperformance versus the market. WM's acquisition of Stericyc...

6 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

If I Were Starting A Dividend Portfolio In 2026, Here's How I Would Invest

Dividend investing is increasingly vital amid higher rates and inflation, offering passive income and wealth compounding for retirement. Anchoring a portfolio with quality dividend ETFs like SCHD, FDV...

6 weeks ago - Seeking Alpha

Pharmaceutical Waste Management Market is expected to generate a revenue of USD 2631.59 Million by 2032, Globally, at 5.91% CAGR: Verified Market Research®

Verified Market Research® a leading provider of business intelligence and market analysis is thrilled to announce the release of its comprehensive and authoritative report on the, "Pharmaceutical Wast...

6 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

Global Medical Waste Management Market Set to Reach USD 12.2 Billion by 2028 | MarketsandMarkets™

Delray Beach, FL, Jan. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rising healthcare activity, stricter compliance mandates, and growing sustainability priorities accelerate demand for advanced medical waste managem...

7 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

Chevron, Kimberly-Clark Among 16 Companies To Kick Off 2026 With Annual Dividend Increases In January

Chevron (CVX) is expected to extend its dividend growth streak to 39 years, but with a muted 3–4% increase amid lower oil prices. CVX's earnings remain under pressure from declining oil prices despite...

2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

WM Sets Date for Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Earnings Call

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WM (NYSE: WM) announced that it will release fourth quarter and full-year 2025 financial results after the close of the market on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, and host its li...

2 months ago - Business Wire

Boeing, Waste Management, and Other Bargain Stocks Beyond the Megacaps

Ann Miletti, head of investments at Allspring Global Investments, says her team finds plenty of stocks to like in unloved parts of the market.

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2 months ago - Barrons

WM Announces Planned 14.5% Dividend Increase and $3 Billion Share Repurchase Authorization, Positioning the Company to Deliver Outsized Shareholder Returns in 2026

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WM (NYSE: WM) today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a capital allocation program that includes a planned 14.5% increase in the 2026 dividend rate and a new...

2 months ago - Business Wire

Waste Management Stock: Why Trash Is A Top Defensive Hedge In 2026

Waste Management remains a dominant, high-moat player with consistent, utility-like revenue growth and strong long-term compounding performance. WM trades below its 5-year median EV/EBITDA at 15.04x, ...

2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

Wallbridge Mining Company Limited (WM:CA) Presents at Metals & Mining Virtual Investor Conference 2025 Transcript

Wallbridge Mining Company Limited (WM:CA) Presents at Metals & Mining Virtual Investor Conference 2025 Transcript

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha

A ‘Junk' Stock Rally? Waste Management Is Beating the Market Over the Past Month.

The company, a leader in recycling and garbage collection, had an outstanding November.

3 months ago - Barrons

Waste Management: A Premium Defensive Compounder With Years Of Growth Ahead

Waste Management is rated a Buy with a $242 price target, offering a 12% upside and strong defensive qualities for long-term investors. WM delivered double-digit revenue growth and premium margins, dr...

3 months ago - Seeking Alpha