Bernstein has initiated coverage on Waste Management Inc (WM) with an Outperform rating as of November 11, 2025. This marks the firm's first assessment of the company's investment potential, reflecting their analysis of Waste Management's business model, industry dynamics, and growth prospects.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Waste Management Inc is a leading provider of waste management environmental services. The company employs 61,700 full-time staff and serves millions of residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal customers across the U.S. and Canada. Its operations are segmented into East Tier, West Tier, Recycling Processing and Sales, WM Renewable Energy, and WM Healthcare Solutions.
As of November 8, 2025, Waste Management boasts a market capitalization of $80.4 billion, with a P/E ratio of 31.37 and an EPS of 6.34. The company offers a dividend yield of 164.5%. Upcoming earnings are scheduled for July 26, 2026, with an EPS estimate of $2.22 and revenue expectation of $7.1 billion.
Analyst ratings provide insights based on research and financial models, but they reflect estimates that may not materialize. Investors should consider multiple factors, including company fundamentals and market conditions, when making decisions. Analyst opinions can evolve as new information emerges, leading to differing views on the same company.