Ralph Lauren Corp vs Waste Management, Inc. — how do they compare? Ralph Lauren Corp trades at $375.67 (market cap $22.41B), while Waste Management, Inc. trades at $234.93 (market cap $96.00B). The key difference: Waste Management, Inc. is far larger — about 4.3× Ralph Lauren Corp's market cap, and Waste Management, Inc. pays the higher dividend (1.48%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| RL | WM | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $22.41B | $96.00B |
Sector | Consumer Cyclical | Industrials |
52-Week High | $414.25 | $246.51 |
52-Week Low | $283.34 | $196.77 |
Enterprise Value | $23.35B | $118.73B |
Dividend Yield | 0.99% | 1.48% |
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Founded by designer Ralph Lauren in 1967, Ralph Lauren Corp. designs, markets, and distributes lifestyle products in North America, Europe, and Asia. Its products include apparel, footwear, eyewear, jewelry, leather goods, home products, and fragrances. The company's brands include Ralph Lauren Collection, Polo Ralph Lauren, Lauren Ralph Lauren, and Double RL. Distribution channels for Ralph Lauren include wholesale (including department stores and specialty stores), retail (including company-owned retail stores and e-commerce), and licensing.
Read more on RL →Waste Management ranks as the largest integrated provider of traditional solid waste services in the United States, operating approximately 260 active landfills and about 340 transfer stations. The company serves residential, commercial, and industrial end markets and is also a leading recycler in North America.
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