옵션 체인은 다양한 행사가격과 만기일에 대한 Waste Management의 주식 옵션 주요 데이터를 보여줍니다. 트레이더들은 이 정보를 사용하여 잠재적 거래를 분석하고 Waste Management에 대한 시장 심리를 평가합니다..

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WM ranks as the largest integrated provider of traditional solid waste services in the United States, operating 263 active landfills and about 332 transfer stations. The company serves residential, commercial, industrial, and medical end markets and is also a leading recycler in North America.

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Waste Management Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) reported mixed first-quarter financial results after the bell on Monday, and shares are moving lower. Here&#8217;s a rundown <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/b45054510/wm-announces-first-quarter-2025-earnings">of the report</a>.
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<li>Q1 Revenue: $6.02 billion, versus <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/earnings">estimates</a> of $6.12 billion</li>
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<li>Q1 Adjusted EPS: $1.67, versus estimates of $1.62</li>
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Total revenue was up 16.7% on a year-over-year basis. Waste Management said it generated $1.21 billion in cash from operations during the quarter, resulting in $475 million in free cash flow, in line with company expectations.
The company ended the first quarter with $216 million in cash and cash equivalents, down from $414 million at the end of the fourth quarter. 
&#8220;These solid&nbsp;first quarter&nbsp;results, as well as the strength and resiliency of our business model, give us confidence we are on pace to achieve our 2025&nbsp;outlook,&#8221; said&nbsp;Jim Fish, president and CEO of Waste Management.
Waste Management <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/b43324253/wm-announces-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-earnings">previously guided</a> for full-year revenue of $25.5 billion to $25.8 billion. The company also forecasted for full-year free cash flow of approximately $2.68 billion to $2.78 billion when it reported fourth-quarter results.
Waste Management executives will further discuss the quarter on a conference call with investors and analysts at 10 a.m. ET Tuesday morning.
WM Price Action: <a href="http://benzinga.com/quote/WM">Waste Management shares</a> were down 1.78% at $225.01 after-hours at publication Monday, per <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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U.S. stock futures are down in early-morning trade on Monday, after ending the previous week on a high note, with back-to-back sessions of strong rallies.
The markets are jittery ahead of a packed earnings week, with four of the &#8220;Mag 7&#8221; — Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Amazon (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) — alongside several other heavy-hitters, set to release their results over the next few days.
Investors will be closely watching the results of Welltower Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WELL#NYSE">WELL</a>), Domino&#8217;s Pizza Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DPZ#NASDAQ">DPZ</a>), and NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NXPI#NASDAQ">NXPI</a>) on Monday to set the tone for the rest of this week.
U.S. 10-Year Treasuries are at 4.26%, while the 2-Year Treasuries are at 3.77%. The CME Group&#8217;s FedWatch <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">tool</a> shows the markets pricing a 93.1% likelihood of interest rates remaining unchanged during the FOMC meeting, the first week of May, marking a decline from Friday, at 95.3%.
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The SPDR S&amp;P 500 Trust ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and the Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which tracks the Nasdaq-100 index, are both down 0.27% and 0.28% in Monday&#8217;s pre-market trading, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard?_gl=1&#x2A;138z7gr&#x2A;_gcl_au&#x2A;MjA5Njc0MjY1My4xNzQwODM2NTUw&#x2A;_ga&#x2A;R1MxLjEuMTc0NDY0ODA3Mi4yLjAuMTc0NDY0ODA3NS4wLjAuMA..&#x2A;_ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTc0NTgyOTMzMy4xLjEuMTc0NTgyOTYyMy4wLjAuMA..">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
Cues From Last Week:
The markets were aided by strong earnings performances by AbbVie Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABBV#NYSE">ABBV</a>), but disappointing performances by Aon PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AON#NYSE">AON</a>) and HCA Healthcare Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HCA#NYSE">HCA</a>) weighed on the rally. 
Consumer Sentiment Report (Final), released on Friday, highlighted an 8% slip in sentiments compared to the prior month, as uncertainties continue to persist, having an impact on consumer purchasing decisions.
The S&amp;P 500 capped off the week on a high note on Friday, led by communications, consumer discretionary, healthcare, and technology. Financials, consumer staples, real estate, and materials were, however, in the red during the day.
As of Friday, the Nasdaq 100 is down 12.5% from its high of 22,222.61 points, the S&amp;P 500 is down 10.1% from 6147.43 points, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average is down 11% from 45,073.63 points.
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Insights From Analysts:
Analysts are rather upbeat going into this earnings week, with several leading experts pointing towards optimistic consensus estimates as a sign that the markets are yet to price in a recession or even a slowdown, for that matter, according <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/4aa1d7d7-4162-4e25-a6d6-a174a9626681">to</a> a report by FT. 
According to Daniel Von Ahlen of TS Lombard, &#8220;The information derived from risk assets doesn't even suggest markets reckon a mild slowdown will take shape this year.&#8221;
Peter Berezin, a chief global strategist at BCA Research, says that &#8220;typically earnings estimates decline during even mild recessions,&#8221; but the markets are now pricing a 10% earnings growth over the next twelve months, and that&#8217;s of &#8220;last year's peak profit margins no less,&#8221; he says.
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Upcoming Economic Data: 
There is no major economic data being released on Monday.
Stocks In Focus:
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<li>Welltower Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WELL#NYSE">WELL</a>) is set to release its earnings after the markets close on Monday, and the stock is up 2% in pre-market trade, with analysts expecting $2.4 billion in revenue. </li>
<li>Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) is up 0.41% in pre-market trade, as investors await its quarterly earnings release. Analysts expect $6.1 billion in revenue and $1.59 per share in earnings. </li>
<li>Cadence Design Systems Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CDNS#NASDAQ">CDNS</a>) is largely flat pre-market, up by just 0.03%, with the company set to announce its earnings after markets close on Monday. Analysts expect $1.2 billion in revenue and earnings per share of $1.50. </li>
<li>Roper Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>) is an industrial conglomerate that is scheduled to announce its first quarter results before the opening bell. Consensus estimates expect $1.9 billion in revenue and $4.74 per share in earnings. </li>
<li>NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NXPI#NASDAQ">NXPI</a>) is up 0.59% pre-market and is set to announce its earnings after markets close. Analysts expect $2.8 billion in revenue and $2.18 per share in earnings.</li>
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Crude oil futures are trading down 0.46% during the early New York session, at $62.73 per barrel.
Gold Spot U.S. Dollar continued its decline, and is down 1.72% on Monday, trading at 3,275.24 per ounce, down from its record high of $3.400 per ounce last week. The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) is up 0.03%, trading at 99.626.
Asian markets were mixed on Monday, with Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 Index ending up 0.38%, South Korea&#8217;s Kospi up 0.10%, followed by Indian, Australian, and New Zealand indexes edging up, with the only laggards being China&#8217;s Shanghai and Shenzhen. European markets are all up in early trade.
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With U.S. stock futures trading lower this morning on Monday, some of the stocks that may grab investor focus today are as follows:
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<li>Wall Street expects Domino&#8217;s Pizza, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DPZ#NASDAQ">DPZ</a>) to report quarterly earnings at $4.05 per share on revenue of $1.13 billion before the opening bell, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>. Domino&#8217;s shares gained 0.5% to $490.00 in after-hours trading.</li>
<li>Analysts are expecting NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NXPI#NASDAQ">NXPI</a>) to post quarterly earnings at $2.58 per share on revenue of $2.83 billion. The company will release earnings after the markets close. NXP Semiconductors shares fell 0.6% to $192.40 in after-hours trading.</li>
<li>Park National Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRK#NYSE">PRK</a>) posted better-than-expected earnings for its first quarter on Friday. Park National shares gained 1.6% to $150.15 in the after-hours trading session.</li>
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<li>After the markets close, Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) is projected to post quarterly earnings at $1.62 per share on revenue of $6.12 billion. Waste Management shares rose 0.2% to $228.80 in after-hours trading.</li>
<li>Analysts expect Roper Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>) to post quarterly earnings at $4.74 per share on revenue of $1.82 billion before the opening bell. Roper Technologies shares slipped 0.1% to $557.61 in the after-hours trading session.</li>
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<h3>Companies Reporting Before The Bell</h3>
• Guardforce AI Co (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GFAI#NASDAQ">GFAI</a>) is projected to report earnings for its Fiscal Year 2024. 
• Bright Scholar Education (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BEDU#NYSE">BEDU</a>) is expected to report earnings for its second quarter. 
• Kandi Technologies Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KNDI#NASDAQ">KNDI</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• SuperCom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPCB#NASDAQ">SPCB</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.46 per share on revenue of $6.48 million. 
• Provident Finl Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PROV#NASDAQ">PROV</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.24 per share on revenue of $9.86 million. 
• Toyo Co (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TOYO#NASDAQ">TOYO</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its Fiscal Year 2024. 
• InMode (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INMD#NASDAQ">INMD</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.35 per share on revenue of $77.57 million. 
• BankUnited (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BKU#NYSE">BKU</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.76 per share on revenue of $263.57 million. 
• Alliance Res Partners (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARLP#NASDAQ">ARLP</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.51 per share on revenue of $556.31 million. 
• Roper Techs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROP#NASDAQ">ROP</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $4.75 per share on revenue of $1.89 billion. 
• Revvity (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RVTY#NYSE">RVTY</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.96 per share on revenue of $662.30 million. 
• Opera (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OPRA#NASDAQ">OPRA</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.24 per share on revenue of $132.48 million. 
• Silicom (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SILC#NASDAQ">SILC</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.37 per share on revenue of $14.37 million. 
• Rithm Property Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RPT#NYSE">RPT</a>) is projected to report earnings for its first quarter. 
• Fomento Economico (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FMX#NYSE">FMX</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its first quarter. 
• Domino's Pizza (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DPZ#NASDAQ">DPZ</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $4.04 per share on revenue of $1.12 billion. 
• Perfect (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PERF#NYSE">PERF</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.02 per share on revenue of $16.16 million. 
• Bank of Marin (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMRC#NASDAQ">BMRC</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.31 per share on revenue of $27.99 million. 
• Cemex (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CX#NYSE">CX</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.00 per share on revenue of $3.85 billion. 
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
• Merchants Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MBIN#NASDAQ">MBIN</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.28 per share on revenue of $169.00 million. 
• Medifast (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MED#NYSE">MED</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.25 per share on revenue of $116.40 million. 
• SunCar Tech Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SDA#NASDAQ">SDA</a>) is projected to report earnings for its Fiscal Year 2024. 
• EZCORP (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EZPW#NASDAQ">EZPW</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.30 per share on revenue of $306.17 million. 
• Beyond (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYON#NYSE">BYON</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.63 per share on revenue of $288.13 million. 
• Sanmina (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SANM#NASDAQ">SANM</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.38 per share on revenue of $1.97 billion. 
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• Brixmor Property Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRX#NYSE">BRX</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its first quarter. 
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• RBB Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBB#NASDAQ">RBB</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.38 per share on revenue of $28.98 million. 
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Earnings Scheduled For April 28, 2025

HSBC analyst Wesley Brooks upgrades Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) from Hold to Buy and raises the price target from $210 to $265.

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HSBC Upgrades Waste Management to Buy, Raises Price Target to $265

Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Monday, 2025-04-28. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Waste Management will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.68. 
The announcement from Waste Management is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.
<h3>Earnings History Snapshot</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company missed EPS by $0.10, leading to a 6.15% increase in the share price the following trading session.
Here's a look at Waste Management's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.8</td>
<td>1.89</td>
<td>1.83</td>
<td>1.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.7</td>
<td>1.96</td>
<td>1.82</td>
<td>1.75</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>6.0%</td>
<td>5.0%</td>
<td>-8.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745593244_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Waste Management Share Price Analysis</h3>
Shares of Waste Management were trading at $227.47 as of April 24. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 6.34%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders should be satisfied going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Opinions on Waste Management</h3>
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Waste Management.
Analysts have given Waste Management a total of 9 ratings, with the consensus rating being Outperform. The average one-year price target is $246.22, indicating a potential 8.24% upside.
<h3>Understanding Analyst Ratings Among Peers</h3>
The analysis below examines the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Republic Services, Rollins and Veralto, three significant industry players, providing valuable insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Republic Services, with an average 1-year price target of $254.4, suggesting a potential 11.84% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Rollins, with an average 1-year price target of $53.2, suggesting a potential 76.61% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Veralto, with an average 1-year price target of $105.5, suggesting a potential 53.62% downside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Peer Analysis Summary</h3>
The peer analysis summary offers a detailed examination of key metrics for Republic Services, Rollins and Veralto, providing valuable insights into their respective standings within the industry and their market positions and comparative performance.

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<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Waste Management</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>12.96%</td>
<td>$2.34B</td>
<td>7.37%</td>
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<td>Republic Services</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>5.58%</td>
<td>$1.73B</td>
<td>4.52%</td>
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<td>Rollins</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-1.16%</td>
<td>$426.71M</td>
<td>7.84%</td>
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<td>Veralto</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>4.43%</td>
<td>$801M</td>
<td>11.37%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Waste Management ranks at the top for Revenue Growth and Gross Profit among its peers. It is in the middle for Return on Equity.
<h3>Unveiling the Story Behind Waste Management</h3>
WM ranks as the largest integrated provider of traditional solid waste services in the United States, operating 263 active landfills and about 332 transfer stations. The company serves residential, commercial, industrial, and medical end markets and is also a leading recycler in North America.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Waste Management</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Waste Management's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 12.96% as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Industrials sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Waste Management's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 10.15%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Waste Management's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 7.37%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.51%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Waste Management's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 2.9.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WM/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Waste Management visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Waste Management's Earnings Outlook

In the current session, the stock is trading at $232.26, after a 1.26% spike. Over the past month, Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) stock increased by 2.22%, and in the past year, by 12.64%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are optimistic but others are more likely to look into the price-to-earnings ratio to see if the stock might be overvalued.

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744653635_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>How Does Waste Management P/E Compare to Other Companies?</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Waste Management has a lower P/E than the aggregate P/E of 69.15 of the Commercial Services &amp; Supplies industry. Ideally, one might believe that the stock might perform worse than its peers, but it's also probable that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744653635_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

Intraday Update

Price Over Earnings Overview: Waste Management

10 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Waste Management, revealing an average target of $245.4, a high estimate of $260.00, and a low estimate of $235.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 3.24% increase from the previous average price target of $237.70.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744394459_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The standing of Waste Management among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
&#x7C; Analyst &#x7C; Analyst Firm &#x7C; Action Taken &#x7C; Rating &#x7C;Current Price Target&#x7C; Prior Price Target &#x7C; 
&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;---------------&#x7C;-----------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C;--------------------&#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jon Windham &#x7C;UBS &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $240.00&#x7C;$230.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Konark Gupta &#x7C;Scotiabank &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Sector Outperform&#x7C; $260.00&#x7C;$255.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Kevin Chiang &#x7C;CIBC &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Neutral &#x7C; $247.00&#x7C;$227.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Bryan Burgmeier &#x7C;Citigroup &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $255.00&#x7C;$242.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Konark Gupta &#x7C;Scotiabank &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Sector Outperform&#x7C; $255.00&#x7C;$250.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Noah Kaye &#x7C;Oppenheimer &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $237.00&#x7C;$231.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Patrick Tyler Brown &#x7C;Raymond James &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Outperform &#x7C; $237.00&#x7C;$235.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Jeffrey Goldstein &#x7C;Morgan Stanley &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Equal-Weight &#x7C; $235.00&#x7C;$227.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Konark Gupta &#x7C;Scotiabank &#x7C;Raises &#x7C;Sector Outperform&#x7C; $250.00&#x7C;$225.00 &#x7C; 
&#x7C;Stephanie Moore &#x7C;Jefferies &#x7C;Lowers &#x7C;Buy &#x7C; $238.00&#x7C;$255.00 &#x7C;
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Waste Management. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Waste Management compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Waste Management's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Waste Management's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Waste Management</h2>
WM ranks as the largest integrated provider of traditional solid waste services in the United States, operating 263 active landfills and about 332 transfer stations. The company serves residential, commercial, industrial, and medical end markets and is also a leading recycler in North America.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Waste Management's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Waste Management displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 December, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 12.96%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Waste Management's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 10.15% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Waste Management's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 7.37%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Waste Management's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 1.51%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Waste Management's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 2.9, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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What Analysts Are Saying About Waste Management Stock

UBS analyst Jon Windham maintains Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $230 to $240.

UBS Maintains Neutral on Waste Management, Raises Price Target to $240

Waste Management's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) short percent of float has risen 10.34% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.85 million shares sold short, which is 0.96% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.18 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Waste Management Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744218030_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Waste Management has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Waste Management's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Waste Management's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.30%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Looking Into Waste Management's Recent Short Interest

Scotiabank analyst Konark Gupta maintains Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) with a Sector Outperform and raises the price target from $255 to $260.

Scotiabank Maintains Sector Outperform on Waste Management, Raises Price Target to $260

For many investors, dividend-focused <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/25/03/44565770/30-year-old-with-65k-in-stocks-sparks-debate-focusing-mostly-on-etfs-but-now-betting-on-bonds-small-caps-and-international-plays">stocks</a> and funds provide a way to generate passive income, whether to supplement retirement, cover day-to-day <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/02/43768530/should-married-couples-split-expenses-dave-ramsey-says-no-youre-married-not-roommates">expenses</a>, or even finance small luxuries like annual vacations.
While some aim for significant <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/personal-finance/25/03/44518501/20-year-old-university-student-wants-help-with-buying-dividend-stocks-whats-the-best-way-to-start-reddit-weights-in">dividend</a> payouts to replace their salary, others are happy with modest but constant returns that offer a little extra financial freedom.
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This is the case of a Reddit user who is exploring this approach. With $30,000 to invest, he's seeking long-term dividend stocks that can grow over the next 20 years until retirement. While he already holds dividend-paying stocks like Apple (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) and Walt Disney&nbsp; (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>), he wants to expand his portfolio for stability and future income, even if it's just enough to cover yearly vacations.
&#8220;I currently have some stocks that give out dividends (Apple, Disney) but I&#8217;m looking for others. Long-term stability, that my wife and I can use the dividends as another form of income say in 20 years. Even if it&#8217;s just enough to pay for a yearly vacation here or there. Any thoughts on good companies to choose from?&#8221; he asked.
Let&#8217;s break down the Redditors&#8217; advice received in the comment section.
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Several commenters recommended Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCHD#NYSE">SCHD</a>) as a core holding because of its dividend yield, historical growth, and the low-risk, diversified exposure it offers investors.
&#8220;Go all in SCHD. Low risk, nice 3.5% starting yield and it will just keep growing,&#8221; a commenter said.
Reinforcing the idea that SCHD fits the poster&#8217;s long-term stability and dividend payout need, this Redditor also suggested he goes with SCHD: &#8220;Since you want some growth and decent payout, SCHD is a great option. 3.5% dividends and 11% growth over the last 10 years each year.&#8221;
&#8220;I would stick with S&amp;P 500 ETFs being young. Put it in a self-direct investment retirement account to avoid taxes,&#8221; a comment reads.
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Consider High-Yield Dividend Stocks and Trusts
Several commenters suggested higher-yield assets that would generate higher payouts for the investor in the long run.
&#8220;If you want higher yield stocks check: [Verizon Communications (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/vz#NYSE">VZ</a>)], [AT&amp;T (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/t#NYSE">T</a>)], [Realty Income Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/o#NYSE">O</a>)], [Altria Group (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/mo#NYSE">MO</a>)], [British American Tobacco (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bti#NYSE">BTI</a>)],&#8221; a Redditor recommended.
A commenter mentioned United Parcel Service (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>) as a great pick since the company seems to start focusing on higher profit margin areas.
&#8220;UPS pays a solid dividend and the share price has been beaten down a lot on the news that they are reducing Amazon deliveries to focus on higher profit margin areas,&#8221; he said.
Suggesting a very detailed portfolio allocation, this Redditor mentioned several ETFs and individual stocks that he considers would help the poster reach his dividend and growth goals.
&#8220;[Vanguard S&amp;P 500 ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/voo#NYSE">VOO</a>)] $5,000, 1.25% dividends. Do [dividend reinvestment plan] SCHD $5,000, 3.5% dividends. Do [dividend reinvestment plan], [JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/jepi#NYSE">JEPI</a>)], [JPMorgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/jepq#NASDAQ">JEPQ</a>)​] ($5,000), 8% combined dividends. Do [dividend reinvestment plan] [Old Republic International Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ori#NYSE">ORI</a>)] $2,000, 3% dividends. Do [dividend reinvestment plan] [Waste Management (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/wm#NYSE">WM</a>)] and [Automatic Data Processing (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/adp#NASDAQ">ADP</a>)] ($3,000), 2% average dividend. Do [dividend reinvestment plan] [Pfizer (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/pfe#NYSE">PFE</a>)] and [Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/jnj#NYSE">JNJ</a>)] $2,000, 4.75% average dividend. Do [dividend reinvestment plan] [JPMorgan Chase &amp; Co. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/jpm#NYSE">JPM</a>)] and [UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/unh#NYSE">UNH</a>)] $2,000, 2% average dividends. Do [dividend reinvestment plan] AAPL and [Microsoft (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/msft#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>)] $2,000. [The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ko#NYSE">KO</a>)] and MO $2,000, 5% average dividends. Do [dividend reinvestment plan] JPM or [American Express (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/axp#NYSE">AXP</a>)] $2,000. JPM has good potential growth,&#8221; the suggestion says.
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Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>), North America&#8217;s leading environmental services company, announced on Wednesday the grand <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/n44604754/wm-announces-new-modernized-high-tech-recycling-and-renewable-gas-facilities-across-u-s" rel="noreferrer noopener">openings of four</a> new recycling and renewable natural gas (RNG) facilities across the U.S.
These openings are part of WM&#8217;s $3 billion sustainability growth initiative, which runs from 2022 to 2026 and aims to develop or upgrade 39 recycling centers and build 20 new WM-owned RNG facilities.
In celebration of Earth Month, WM is unveiling over $323 million in new and upgraded recycling and RNG facilities across Texas, Baltimore, Chicago and Philadelphia. So far, the company has completed 8 of the 20 planned RNG facilities and 27 of the 39 recycling centers. Once fully implemented, the expanded network is expected to add 2.8 million tons of annual recycling capacity and generate 25 million MMBtu of renewable natural gas annually.
The new facilities are equipped with artificial intelligence and automation to improve efficiency and increase material recovery. In parallel, WM continues to enhance its ability to monitor and mitigate landfill emissions through technologies like Blue Sky Resources and the AirLogic analytics platform.
WM emphasizes technology and innovation as core pillars of its sustainability strategy. &#8220;Technology and innovation underpin our sustainability strategy, and we are adding optical sorters, intelligent sorting equipment and more at our recycling sites to help capture more material, including in areas that lack recycling access today,&#8221; said Tara Hemmer, chief sustainability officer at WM.
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&#8220;We&#8217;re also proud to turn landfill gas captured at WM landfill sites into a renewable energy source, which could power up to 1.7 million homes by 2026 and support our objective of maximizing the allocation of RNG to WM&#8217;s natural gas collection fleet,&#8221; she added.
Price Action: WM shares were trading higher by 0.12% at $234.07 premarket at the last check on Wednesday.
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Waste Management Invests Big In Smarter, Cleaner Recycling Across Major US Cities

Volatility is back in a big way as markets continue to bounce wildly in the face of trade wars, economic uncertainty, souring consumer sentiment and lingering inflation.
For traders, this can actually be a very profitable time. Even in this brutal correction, you can find winning stocks if you use the right trading signals.
Five stocks are flashing buy signals on the relative strength index (RSI) and moving average convergence/divergence (MACD) indicators.
To be successful at short-term trading, you'll need to understand trend following and momentum strategies, which study the actions of individual traders more than the underlying companies themselves.
Today, we'll look at five stocks showing technical strength amidst this brutal correction. Using momentum indicators like moving averages, the RSI and MACD indicator, we'll find uptrending stocks near levels of support that could present buying opportunities for short-term traders.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Waste Management Inc. </h2>
Companies that handle waste management are always popular for investors when markets turn down, so why not look into the one named Waste Management? Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) is the most prominent firm for refuse, trash and recycling disposal, with a market cap of over $91 billion and more than 61,000 full-time employees.
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While stocks like WM are usually long-term investments designed to outperform in bear markets, this one might also have some promise in the short term. WM shares recently pulled back to $220 from $234 but bounced higher at the 50-day moving average, indicating a possible support level. The stock price also trades above the 10-day and 20-day moving averages, lending more evidence to the uptrend remaining in place. The MACD also appears to be heading toward a bullish crossover, and the RSI sits comfortably at 54. WM also has a Benzinga Edge Momentum score of 77.14, which is far from the highest on our list, but yet another signal that this stock has more upside potential ahead.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Howmet Aerospace Inc.</h2>
Howmet Aerospace (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HWM#NYSE">HWM</a>) has another appealing chart showing strong technical signals for more upward momentum. While not as well-known as aerospace companies like Lockheed Martin or Boeing, Howmet is still a massive firm with a $52 billion market cap and nearly 24,000 full-time employees. The company primarily produces jet engine components, fastening systems and airframe structures.
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Howmet has one of the highest Benzinga Edge Momentum scores at 96.01, and it&#8217;s not difficult to see why when looking at the daily chart. Since the start of 2025, HWM shares have hugged the 50-day moving average as a support level and the two previous encounters saw the stock bounce higher in the coming days. The 50-day and 200-day moving averages both confirm the uptrend, in addition to the bullish MACD crossover and an RSI signal well below overbought levels. 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Life Time Group Holdings Inc. </h2>
Life Time Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTH#NYSE">LTH</a>) is a health and wellness brand with 170 fitness centers across the United States and Canada. The company specializes in lifestyle experiences through physical activities, classes and family-oriented environments. The firm's clubs contain tennis, basketball, and pickleball courts, as well as traditional gym equipment, spas, pools and a bistro for healthy food.
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The LTH hourly chart seems to be showing an opportunity for a short-term gain. The stock has spent the last week in a choppy decline, but the RSI recently dipped below 30, triggering an oversold signal. Another bullish signal may be forming as the 5-day moving average appears on a path to cross the 10-day moving average. On the daily chart, the 50-day MA is acting as support and remains elevated above the 200-day MA; hence, the LTH shares carry a Benzinga Edge Momentum score of 96.09, the highest of any stock on our list today.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Clearway Energy Inc. </h2>
Clean energy enthusiasm has certainly dampened moving from the Biden administration to the Trump administration, but many clean energy stocks continue to soar as the rest of the market stumbles. Clearway Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CWEN#NYSE">CWEN</a>) is one of those companies, and its stock is up over 20% since the first week of 2025.
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CWEN may have more runway to the upside as one of the most significant bullish signals was recently triggered on the daily chart- the 50-day MA crossed over the 200-day MA. A bullish crossover always catches the eye of short-term traders. CWEN's Benzinga Edge Momentum score is a strong 84.19. However, traders must watch the RSI, as this recent upswing has brought it close to 70, where the traditional overbought signal kicks in.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Zim Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. </h2>
Zim Integrated Shipping (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZIM#NYSE">ZIM</a>) is a cargo transportation firm based in Israel. It has a $1.86 billion market cap and owns a fleet of ships with access to all major global trading routes. ZIM isn't a company where analysts or market pundits are very high in the long term (hence its consensus Sell rating), but a critical buying signal was just triggered on the short-term chart.
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ZIM shares recently hit oversold on the RSI, and historically. This has been a good profit opportunity for shrewd traders. Before this week, the most recent instance of an RSI oversold signal occurred on January 21; the stock price rose from $16.24 to $21.80 in less than a month. Another oversold signal struck back in March 2024, and by the start of June, the stock had doubled from $10 to $20. ZIM shares have earned a Benzinga Edge Momentum score of 78.36, so watch this company for more evidence of a momentum reversal.
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5 Trades To Consider Today On This Trend Signal

Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 1.23% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 19.56%. Currently, Waste Management has a market capitalization of $90.44 billion. 
Buying $1000 In WM: If an investor had bought $1000 of WM stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,559.58 today based on a price of $224.91 for WM at the time of writing.
<h3>Waste Management's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742595308_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

If You Invested $1000 In This Stock 5 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today

On CNBC's &#8220;Mad Money Lightning Round,&#8221; Jim Cramer recommended buying Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>), adding that it's a &#8220;super strong buy, a lifetime super <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WM/analyst-ratings">strong buy.&#8221;</a>
Supporting his view, CIBC analyst Kevin Chiang raised the price target on the stock from $227 to $247 on March 5. On Jan. 29, the company reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter sales, posting quarterly sales of $5.89 billion, which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $5.77 billion.
Cramer said he doesn't like Sezzle Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEZL#NASDAQ">SEZL</a>) right now. &#8220;I think that there's a lot of these companies, and that's kind of the problem,&#8221; he said.
On the earnings front, Sezzle reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter adjusted EPS results on Feb. 25. The company posted adjusted earnings of $4.39 per share, beating market estimates of $3.12 per share. The company's total revenue, less transaction-related costs, was $54.30 million.
On March 10, Sezzle announced a $50 million stock repurchase program.
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<li>Sezzle shares gained 0.8% to close at $231.96 during the session.</li>
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Uncertainty has taken over the market. Business and consumer sentiment data are souring as markets tumble and tariff policy continues to lack rhyme or reason. The St Louis Fed's US Economic Policy Uncertainty Index has spiked to its highest level since December 2020. The University of Michigan Survey of Consumers dropped nearly 10% from January to February and is now down 17% year-over-year.
Business owners continue to mention tariff uncertainty in surveys. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index fell in February while the NFIB Uncertainty Index rose to its second-highest recorded level. Complicating matters are increasing inflation expectations for 2025, which could put the Federal Reserve in a tight spot between cutting rates to spur growth or keeping rates unchanged to limit higher prices. 
This precarious cocktail has investors on edge as U.S. stocks lag global markets. While it&#8217;s too soon to talk about a recession being imminent, it&#8217;s a good time to start thinking defensively.
Here are five stocks with solid fundamentals in sectors that tend to do well when the economy slows.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Republic Services Inc. </h2>
When investors think of waste management services, they usually conjure the aptly-named Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>). However, the lesser-known Republic Services (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RSG#NYSE">RSG</a>) also runs integrated commercial, residential and industrial solid waste services with over 200 landfills and an additional 246 transfer stations. Contrasted to its larger rival WM, RSG has a comparable P/E ratio, better margins and a significantly better Price to Free Cash Flow (P/FCF) per Share (35.05 vs 41.89). The stock has also increased over 27% in the last 12 months, compared to just 8.7% for WM shares.
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RSG shares pulled back in the first week of March, but the Relative Strength Index (RSI) recently diverged upward, indicating that volume may be accumulating for the next leg higher. RSG also scores well in two crucial Benzinga Edge metrics: 86.20 in Momentum and 88.57 in Quality. On March 4, analysts at CIBC upgraded the stock from Neutral to Outperform, with a price target of $265. UBS, Goldman Sachs and Stifel also boosted price targets on the stock in the last month.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Ollie's Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc. </h2>
Dollar stores and discount retailers are often popular picks during economic slowdowns. Still, investors must be careful in this environment not to count on stocks with thin margins and heavy reliance on imports. Ollie's Bargain Outlet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OLLI#NASDAQ">OLLI</a>) is a purveyor of excess buildup, meaning it purchases overstocked or overproduced items from manufacturers and wholesalers and sells them at its warehouses at a deep discount.
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Ollie's business model gives it a leg up over traditional discount retailers like Dollar Tree. The company's 9% profit margin towers over figures from Dollar Tree, Dollar General and even larger chains like Walmart and Target. Ollie's has boosted revenue by nearly 8% year-over-year, but the stock is down almost 10% in the last three months.
However, as the chart above shows, a buying opportunity could be materializing right now. The upward momentum has stalled, but a bullish wedge is forming, which could signal buyers are consolidating in preparation for a new breakout. Keep an eye on this pattern for a potential breakout as the price range continues to condense.&nbsp;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Kimberly-Clark Corp. </h2>
Household products like paper towels, toilet paper, hygiene products, detergents and other cleaning supplies have very inelastic demand, so these companies are often popular investments during recessions or economic slowdowns. Kimberly-Clark Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMB#NYSE">KMB</a>) is our pick for this particular industry thanks to its attractive valuation, strong dividend and potential breakout from a multi-year trading range.
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KMB shares recently reached a nearly five-year high, smashing through a resistance level that had been in place since the end of 2020. This promising technical signal is supported by strong fundamental data as well. KMB trades at just 19 times earnings, far lower than competitors like Proctor and Gamble and Colgate-Palmolive. It also trades at just 2.4 times sales while maintaining a healthy 12.7% profit margin. KMB pays a 3.5% dividend and the recent breakout has boosted its Benzinga Edge Momentum score to 71.54 &#8211; a rare occurrence in the consumer staples sector.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Unum Group </h2>
Here's an insurance company that very few investors have heard about but has the prettiest-looking chart of the bunch. Unum Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNM#NYSE">UNM</a>) provides individual income protection plans to clients in the United States, United Kingdom and Poland while also offering long-term care, life and employee-benefit insurance plans through segments like Colonial Life and Closed Block.
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Unum Group performed exceptionally well during the 2022 bear market, posting positive gains when most stocks suffered prolonged drawdowns. UNM shares staged a rally in 2024 and have risen by over 60% in the last 12 months. From a fundamental standpoint, the company is in a strong position with 1.27 P/B Value Per Share, 8.3 P/E ratio and 13.9% profit margin. UNM shares also grade out exceptionally well in three crucial Benzinga Edge metrics: Momentum (94.60), Value (89.28) and Quality (84.32).
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Berkshire Hathaway Inc.</h2>
When Uncle Warren starts raising cash, investors start paying attention. The Oracle of Omaha has been selling stock to increase Berkshire's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>) cash pile, and while a 94-year-old insurance CEO may have different investment goals than the rest of us, it&#8217;s worth noting when Buffett begins stacking dry powder.
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Buffett's cash pile is not unusual considering his long-term track record. While Buffett praises buy-and-hold strategies for retail investors, he himself has always been a bit of a market timer. His cash horde suggests he's waiting for volatility to wane before putting new capital to work.
Whether a recession materializes or not, stocks like BRK.B are good places to harbor while waiting for calmer waters to return. Berkshire's free cash flow pile stands at an impressive $11.6 billion with the stock trading at 12 times earnings. The insurance giant also grades well in Benzinga Edge in terms of Momentum (82.74) and Value (73.69). The stock chart shows some consolidation over the last week and the upward trend remains in place.
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Waste Management's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) short percent of float has fallen 6.45% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.48 million shares sold short, which is 0.87% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.22 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Waste Management Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
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As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Waste Management has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Waste Management's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Waste Management's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.41%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Is Waste Management Gaining or Losing Market Support?

The Bill &amp; Melinda Gates Foundation takes a highly concentrated approach to managing its endowment, with just three stocks accounting for 65% of its $44 billion equity portfolio, according to a <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1166559/000110465925014123/xslForm13F_X02/infotable.xml">document filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission last month</a>.
Microsoft (NASDQ: MSFT) leads the foundation&#8217;s holdings at 28.5% of the portfolio, followed by Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>) (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>) at 21.2% and Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) at 15.4%, reflecting both Gates&#8217; tech background and Warren Buffett&#8217;s influence on the foundation&#8217;s investment strategy.
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Since its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/22/03/20968876/5-things-you-might-not-about-melinda-gates-1">inception as a global health initiative in 1994</a>, the foundation has distributed $47.7 billion over three decades, making Bill and Melinda Gates the second most generous philanthropists behind only Warren Buffett and his family, according to <a href="https://www.fool.com/investing/2025/02/23/billionaire-bill-gates-has-65-of-his-foundations-4/">The Motley Fool</a>.
Microsoft remains the largest position, with just under 28.5 million shares worth about $11.8 billion, stemming primarily from Gates&#8217; 2022 donation of more than 38 million shares. The trust has benefited from the stock&#8217;s 70% surge since late 2022 amid growing AI investments.
According to The Motley Fool, Microsoft&#8217;s performance has been driven by its Azure cloud computing platform, which benefits from the company&#8217;s $13 billion investment in OpenAI, and the integration of AI features into enterprise software through various Copilot products.
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Berkshire Hathaway is the second-largest holding, with 19.7 million Class B shares valued at approximately $9.5 billion. The shares come through Buffett&#8217;s annual donations, according to The Motley Fool, though the trust typically sells some positions yearly to comply with Buffett&#8217;s requirement that the foundation distribute his entire donation plus an additional 5% of its net assets annually.
Despite selling 11% of its Berkshire stake last quarter, the foundation has maintained a dominant position in the company, which recently surpassed a $1 trillion valuation.
Waste Management completes the top three holdings as one of the foundation&#8217;s longest-held investments. The company recently acquired Stericycle and forecasts 16% revenue growth for 2025.
The concentrated approach across technology, diversified holdings, and essential services has helped the foundation maintain its substantial endowment while continuing its global philanthropic mission.
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