Waste Management (WM) Exceeds Market Returns: Some Facts to Consider

Waste Management (WM) concluded the recent trading session at $221.72, signifying a +1.22% move from its prior day's close.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 3, 2026

Waste Collection Demand & Sustainability Aid WM Amid High Debt

WM's steady waste-service demand, pricing discipline and sustainability investments support growth, while high debt and tight liquidity limit flexibility.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 31, 2026

Insider Confidence Is Building in These 3 Very Different Stocks

Insider buying is not a perfect signal, but it can be a useful one when executives or major shareholders step in after a stock has weakened. That is especially true when the buying comes from a CEO, a controlling shareholder, or insiders with deep knowledge of the company's long-term prospects.

MarketBeat • Aug 31, 2026

Waste Management (WM) Down 6.5% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Rebound?

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

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 27, 2026

Waste Management: A Business I Want To Own Badly, Just Not At This Price

Waste Management offers a compelling blend of income and growth but trades at a 28x forward P/E, limiting margin of safety. Despite inflationary headwinds and modest volume declines, WM delivered strong Q2 results with EPS up 5.2% and robust free cash flow growth. WM's balance sheet remains top-tier, with leverage at 2.96x and significant flexibility for acquisitions and dividend growth.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 27, 2026

Jim Fish to Retire from WM; John Morris Named as Next CEO

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $WM--WM (NYSE: WM) announced that Jim Fish, Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board of Directors, has advised the Board of his plan to retire from WM and resign from the Board, following more than a decade of distinguished service in those roles and more than 25 years with the company. In continuation of WM's robust succession planning process, the Board of Directors has appointed WM President John Morris to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer, e.

Business Wire • Aug 26, 2026

WM Announces Cash Dividend

HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $WM--WM (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.945 per share payable September 25, 2026, to stockholders of record on September 11, 2026. ABOUT WM WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. WM, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, r.

Business Wire • Aug 25, 2026

3 Things to Know Before You Buy Waste Management Stock

The company is the largest provider of waste collection, recycling, and environmental services in North America. WM has raised its dividend for 23 consecutive years.

The Motley Fool • Aug 21, 2026

Here's Why Investors Must Hold WM Stock in Their Portfolios Now

WM's tech-driven efficiencies, Stericycle gains and steady dividends support growth. However, elevated debt and weak liquidity remain key risks.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 14, 2026

WM's 2026 Outlook Tests Whether Margin Gains Can Offset Softer Volumes

WM cuts its 2026 revenue outlook on softer volumes, while stronger margins, pricing and cash flow test its ability to sustain earnings momentum.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 14, 2026