WM's solid month-long gain reflects strong pricing discipline, expanding recycling and energy assets, and steady dividends amid liquidity risk.
The latest trading day saw Waste Management (WM) settling at $212.05, representing a +1.39% change from its previous close.
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, offering a potential entry point for investors seeking defensive, premium businesses. Automation, landfill gas monetization, and continued acquisitions underpin WM's margin expansion and future growth prospects.
| - Industry | - Sector | James C. Fish Jr. CEO | XSTU Exchange | US94106L1098 ISIN |
| US Country | 61,700 Employees | 5 Dec 2025 Last Dividend | - Last Split | 2 Jun 1988 IPO Date |
Waste Management, Inc., is a foremost entity in the environmental solutions sector, providing a broad array of services to diverse clientele including residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal customers mainly across the United States and Canada. Its operations encompass the entire spectrum of waste management and recycling services, emphasizing the collection, transportation, and proper disposal or repurposing of waste and recyclable materials. Founded originally as USA Waste Services, Inc., the company transitioned to its current name, Waste Management, Inc., in 1998, signaling a broader commitment to comprehensive waste management and environmental stewardship. Since its inception in 1987, headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company has grown to become a pivotal player in promoting sustainable environmental practices through its vast network of facilities and services.
The array of offerings by Waste Management, Inc. is designed to address the multifaceted needs of waste disposal and recycling for a sustainable environment. These include: