Waste Management remains the leading environmental services provider in North America, supported by strong infrastructure and essential services that ensure steady cash flow. The company benefits from pricing power, automation, and vertical integration, enabling an adjusted diluted EPS growth of 10.3% annually through 2028. Currently trading at $228 with a forward P/E of 27.8x, slightly below its $230 fair value estimate, Waste Management offers modest upside potential along with a consistent 10% dividend growth. Risks include economic cycles and challenges from frequent acquisitions, but its scale and defensive contracts provide stability.
Waste Management trades at USD 229.76 on Pluang as of Oct 21, 2026 01:02 WIB, slightly above the article's noted price of $228. The stock shows a positive 1-day change of 1.48% and a dividend yield of 1.67%. Despite strong sell pressure with 99% of Pluang orders as sell, the market cap stands at $90.50 billion, reflecting steady investor interest.
