STOCK TITAN

Waste Management (WM) Stock News, Dec 2021-Apr 2022

WM NYSE

Welcome to our dedicated page for Waste Management news (Ticker: WM), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Waste Management stock.

Waste Management, Inc. provides environmental solutions through subsidiaries that collect, recycle, transfer and dispose of waste for residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers. Its recurring updates cover collection and disposal performance, recycling infrastructure, organics, renewable energy from landfill gas, regulated medical waste services and secure information destruction across the U.S., Canada and Western Europe.

WM news also frequently reports quarterly and annual earnings, operating EBITDA and margin trends, pricing and cost-control initiatives, cash flow, dividends, share repurchase authorizations and capital allocation. Product and service updates include accepted recyclable materials, renewable natural gas projects and sustainability-related growth initiatives tied to the company’s disposal network, collection fleet and recycling operations.

News
Rhea-AI Summary

WM (NYSE: WM) reported strong first-quarter financial results for 2022, with revenues reaching $4.661 billion, a growth of 13.4% year-over-year. Operating EBITDA also saw a double-digit increase, totaling $1.250 billion, and net income rose to $513 million. The diluted EPS improved to $1.23, compared to $0.99 in the same quarter last year. The company effectively managed operating expenses and returned $525 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. Overall, key performance indicators suggest continued positive economic activity.

Rhea-AI Impact
Rhea-AI Sentiment
End-of-Day
5.25%
Tags
-
Rhea-AI Summary

Waste Management (WM) will release its first quarter 2022 financial results on April 26, 2022, before market opening. An investor conference call will follow at 10 a.m. ET, which can be accessed via investors.wm.com or through a dial-in option. A replay of the call will be available until May 10, 2022. Waste Management is a leading provider of waste management services in North America, serving residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal customers.

Rhea-AI Impact
Rhea-AI Sentiment
End-of-Day
1.08%
Tags
conferences earnings
-
Rhea-AI Summary

Summary not available.

Rhea-AI Impact
Rhea-AI Sentiment
End-of-Day
-0.43%
Tags
none
News
Rhea-AI Summary

Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.65 per share. This dividend will be payable on March 31, 2022, to stockholders of record as of March 17, 2022. As a leading provider of comprehensive waste management services across North America, Waste Management continues to demonstrate its commitment to returning value to shareholders. The announcement highlights the company's stability and ongoing profitability in the waste management sector.

Rhea-AI Impact
Rhea-AI Sentiment
End-of-Day
2.44%
Tags
dividends
-
Rhea-AI Impact
Rhea-AI Sentiment
End-of-Day
-1.14%
Tags
none
-
Rhea-AI Summary

Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) reported record revenue and income for the year ended December 31, 2021. Revenue reached $17.93 billion, up from $15.22 billion in 2020, while net income rose to $1.82 billion from $1.50 billion. The company generated $4.34 billion in net cash from operations, an increase from $3.40 billion in 2020. Management expects 2022 revenue growth of 5.8% to 6.2% and plans to return $2.32 billion to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks. Capital expenditures for growth projects are expected to total over $1.5 billion through 2025.

Rhea-AI Impact
Rhea-AI Sentiment
End-of-Day
-1.1%
Tags
Rhea-AI Summary

WM Organic Growth, a subsidiary of Waste Management (WM), partnered with Tailwater Capital to establish a joint venture supporting Continuus Materials. This collaboration aims to enhance production facilities in the waste-to-product sector. The initiative focuses on upcycling municipal solid waste into Everboard™, an eco-friendly roofing material. The first production plant is projected to produce over 150 million square feet of Everboard™ annually within three years. This venture reflects WM's commitment to sustainable solutions as it seeks to reduce landfill waste and greenhouse gas emissions.

Rhea-AI Impact
Rhea-AI Sentiment
End-of-Day
-1.24%
Tags
none
-
Rhea-AI Summary

Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) plans to announce its fourth quarter and full-year 2021 financial results on February 2, 2022, prior to market opening. An investor conference call will follow at 10 a.m. ET. A live audio webcast will be accessible via the company's investor website. For those unable to attend live, a replay will be available until February 16. Waste Management is a leading provider of waste management services across North America, including collection, transfer, disposal, and recycling.

Rhea-AI Impact
Rhea-AI Sentiment
End-of-Day
0.62%
Tags
conferences earnings
-
Rhea-AI Summary

Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE: WM) announced a 13% increase in its quarterly dividend from $0.575 to $0.65 per share, raising the annual dividend from $2.30 to $2.60. This marks the nineteenth consecutive year of annual dividend increases. Additionally, the Board approved a stock repurchase program of up to $1.5 billion, reflecting confidence in the company's cash flow and business model. The first increased dividend is expected to be declared in February 2022.

Rhea-AI Impact
Rhea-AI Sentiment
End-of-Day
1.19%
Tags
dividends
Rhea-AI Summary

Post Capital Partners successfully completed the sale of EC Waste, LLC, a solid waste services provider in Puerto Rico, to 3i Group plc on November 30. Financial terms were not disclosed. EC Waste, acquired from Waste Management (WM) in April 2014, serves over 100,000 customers and operates compliant disposal sites. Under the leadership of Randy Jensen, the company grew significantly, employing over 350 individuals. The exit exemplifies Post Capital's Executive-First strategy, highlighting effective executive partnerships and strategic growth support.

Rhea-AI Impact
Rhea-AI Sentiment
End-of-Day
-0.1%
Tags
none

FAQ

What is the current stock price of Waste Management (WM)?

The current stock price of Waste Management (WM) is $218.99 as of September 5, 2026.

What is the market cap of Waste Management (WM)?

The market cap of Waste Management (WM) is approximately 87.5B.