Tractor Supply Co vs Waste Management, Inc. — how do they compare? Tractor Supply Co trades at $29.67 (market cap $15.89B), while Waste Management, Inc. trades at $234.93 (market cap $96.00B). The key difference: Waste Management, Inc. is far larger — about 6× Tractor Supply Co's market cap, and Tractor Supply Co pays the higher dividend (3.17%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| TSCO | WM | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $15.89B | $96.00B |
Sector | Consumer Cyclical | Industrials |
52-Week High | $62.65 | $246.51 |
52-Week Low | $29.14 | $196.77 |
Enterprise Value | $22.08B | $118.73B |
Dividend Yield | 3.17% | 1.48% |
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Latest headlines on both assets
Tractor Supply is the largest operator of retail farm and ranch stores in the United States. The company targets recreational farmers and ranchers and has little exposure to commercial and industrial farm operations. Currently, the company operates 2,016 of its namesake banners in 49 states and 178 Petsense stores. Stores are typically located in towns outside of urban areas and in rural communities. In fiscal 2021, revenue consisted primarily of livestock and pet (47%), hardware, tools, and truck (21%), and seasonal gift and toy (21%).
Read more on TSCO →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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