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Waste Management (WM)

219.23

+1.23 (0.56%)

as of Jun 4, 2026, 3:04:46 pm Market Open.

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Jun 4, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 9 opinions in the last 12 months.

Waste Management (WM) is perceived as a stable and dependable investment, enjoying favorable reviews from multiple experts. The company benefits from a unique competitive positioning within the waste management industry, having significant barriers to entry due to regulatory challenges in establishing new landfills. While its valuation is seen as high at around 40x+, many analysts express confidence in its growth potential and reliable earnings, suggesting it may be a suitable long-term hold despite current market fluctuations. There is a consensus that the company will experience steady growth driven by urbanization and environmental considerations, making it attractive for defensive portfolios. Comparatively, while Waste Management is considered a leader, its competitor Waste Connections (WCN) also receives recognition, particularly for slightly higher growth potential.

Consensus

Positive

Valuation

Overvalued

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BUY

This is a great company and a good industry. Once you sign up you will continue with them. This is a good business model. If your time horizon is long enough you could buy it now.

WEAK BUY

It has had a great run. The valuation is not rally that stretched. He would like to see more growth. It is a consistent story with good cash flow. It is not a bad place to be but he is not involved. You need to see what happens in the next 2-6 weeks. Be cautious with new positions.

BUY

There are no bargains in this business. They have pretty good growth and can make many good acquisitions going forward. Valuations are high. He likes the business, however.

BUY

A good company, defensive, good dividend but no potential catalysts. Over time it will grow. Clean pension plan and low beta. You can hold for the long term.

COMMENT

Largest solid waste company in North America. Slow growth but have pricing power. Increased 3% last year. Thinks that both volume and price are going to rise in 2010 but low single digits. Not particularly cheap.

HOLD

Like the industry. It will continue to grow.

SELL

(Market Call Minute) – Model price has just collapsed to $27.83, a negative 18% differential.

TOP PICK

Has been an ongoing turnaround story for several years. 3 1/2% yield. A late cycle play from an economic standpoint. Reasonable valuation.

DON'T BUY

Was used as a defense stock, so expects money will be leaving.

PAST TOP PICK

(Was a top pick on Feb 22 up 3.1%)

DON'T BUY

Earnings dropped, but should improve. Wait for the next quarters results.

TOP PICK

A good price. It has dropped, but should rebound. Big debt and accounting issues could be problems.

DON'T BUY

Dropped because of weak results reported.

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