WCN
Waste Connections, Inc. · Industrials · Waste Management
Last
$174.32
+$4.19 (+2.47%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $173.92 −$0.39 (−0.23%) 8:53 PM ET
Prev close $170.12
Open $171.08
Day high $175.42
Day low $171.06
Volume 974,469
Avg vol 1,783,181
Mkt cap
$43.22B
P/E ratio
42.52
FY Revenue
$9.61B
EPS
4.10
Gross Margin
42.50%
Sector
Industrials
AI report sections
WCN
Waste Connections, Inc.
Waste Connections, Inc. combines defensive waste-management operations, healthy margins, and solid free cash flow generation with muted recent growth and a premium valuation multiple. Technicals show stabilizing momentum with improving MACD and mid-range RSI against a backdrop of negative 3–12 month returns and price trading below the 50-day moving average. Balance sheet leverage and liquidity metrics indicate reliance on long-term debt and a relatively tight current ratio, while short interest and news sentiment remain benign.
AI summarized at 1:21 PM ET, 2026-06-09
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 56 SWING: 48 LONG: 62
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−11% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.89×
RSI
61.73 (Strong)
Strong (60–70)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.00 (Strong)
MACD: -0.02 Signal: -0.02
Short-Term
+0.14 (Strong)
MACD: 3.71 Signal: 3.56
Long-Term
+0.70 (Strong)
MACD: 4.30 Signal: 3.60
Intraday trend score 59.42

Latest news

WCN 12 articles Positive: 9 Neutral: 3 Negative: 0
Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Not Specified
Waste Connections of Canada Opens $100 Million Renewable Natural Gas Facility in Chatham-Kent

Waste Connections of Canada officially opened a renewable natural gas (RNG) facility at Ridge Landfill in Chatham-Kent, Ontario, representing a $100 million investment. Developed with Enbridge Gas, the facility will process 62.6 million cubic metres of landfill gas annually, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by over 85,000 tonnes and providing renewable energy to heat more than 18,000 homes.

WCN renewable natural gas landfill gas conversion greenhouse gas emissions reduction clean energy infrastructure Chatham-Kent Ontario carbon intensity reduction circular economy
Sentiment note

The company successfully completed a major $100 million infrastructure investment that demonstrates environmental commitment, generates significant emissions reductions (85,000+ tonnes annually), and supports local economic development through regional employment and supply chains.

Positive The Motley Fool • Micah Zimmerman
2 Recession-Resistant Dividend Stocks to Buy Now While They're Still Cheap

The article recommends two recession-resistant dividend stocks: Waste Connections (WCN), a solid waste company with durable pricing power and contract structures, and Brookfield Infrastructure Partners (BIP), which owns inflation-indexed and regulated assets globally with growing data infrastructure exposure. Both offer reliable dividend growth at reasonable valuations without premium pricing.

WCN BIP BIPH BIPI recession-resistant stocks dividend growth solid waste collection infrastructure
Sentiment note

Recommended as recession-proof with essential non-discretionary services, durable pricing power through CPI-linked escalators, consistent double-digit dividend growth, and strong contract structures. Trading at reasonable valuations with solid operational fundamentals.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Jake Lerch
Investment Manager Sheds $45.7 Million Worth of Software Stock, According to Latest SEC Filing

Conestoga Capital Advisors sold 634,534 shares of SPS Commerce (SPSC) worth approximately $45.7 million in Q1 2026, reducing its stake to near-negligible levels. The stock has declined 59.8% over the past year but trades at a P/S ratio of 2.8x—the lowest in over a decade—while the company maintains solid revenue growth and invests in AI capabilities.

SPSC RBC WCN SPS Commerce software stock SEC filing Conestoga Capital Advisors stock sale
Sentiment note

Listed as second-largest holding in Conestoga Capital's portfolio ($222.51M, 4.4% of AUM) with no specific news or performance data provided.

Neutral The Motley Fool • John Bromels
What Every Waste Management Investor Should Know Before Buying

Waste Management is the largest trash hauler in North America with significant industry advantages, including limited landfill supply, high barriers to entry, and a consistent 22-year history of dividend increases.

WM RSG WCN waste management trash hauling landfill dividends waste disposal
Sentiment note

Mentioned as third-largest trash hauler with no specific negative or positive details provided

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com
Waste Recycling Services Market Report 2025-2033, with Profiles of Eurokey Recycling, Northstar Recycling, Veolia Environnement, Reworld, Epson, Rubicon Global, Waste Connections, Biffa, and more

Global waste recycling services market projected to grow from $65.08 billion in 2024 to $109.79 billion by 2033, driven by environmental concerns, regulations, and technological advancements in recycling.

VEOEY WCN waste recycling circular economy sustainability AI recycling market growth
Sentiment note

Operating in a market with strong growth potential and increasing environmental awareness

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Marketsandmarkets™
Waste Management Market Set to Reach $1598.1 billion by 2029 Globally, at a CAGR of 5.6%, says MarketsandMarkets™

The global waste management market is projected to grow from $1219.6 billion in 2024 to $1598.1 billion by 2029, with a 5.6% CAGR, driven by government measures, technological advancements, and increasing e-waste generation.

WM VEOEY RSG WCN waste management recycling market growth e-waste
Sentiment note

Mentioned as a major player in the waste management market with no specific recent developments

Positive The Motley Fool • Jesterai
Earnings Summary on Waste Connections

Waste Connections reported Q2 2025 financial results with revenue of $2.41 billion, beating estimates. The company maintained full-year guidance despite volume challenges, leveraging solid waste pricing and strategic acquisitions.

WCN waste management earnings acquisitions recycling solid waste
Sentiment note

Exceeded revenue and earnings estimates, increased dividend, maintained full-year outlook, demonstrated pricing power and strategic growth through acquisitions despite volume pressures

Positive Benzinga • Prnewswire
WASTE CONNECTIONS ANNOUNCES REGULAR QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND

Waste Connections has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.315 per common share, payable on August 21, 2025, to shareholders of record as of August 6, 2025. The company intends to review the dividend each October with a long-term objective of increasing the amount.

WCN dividend quarterly waste management financial announcement
Sentiment note

The company is maintaining its dividend and expressing an intention to potentially increase it in the future, which signals financial stability and confidence in its business performance

Positive Benzinga • Lekha Gupta
In A Recession, These Waste Management Stocks Have Outperformed S&P500 Historically

Seaport Research initiated coverage on several major waste management companies, highlighting their resilient business models, dependable recurring revenue, and significant barriers to entry. The analyst believes these companies have historically outperformed the S&P 500 during market corrections.

GFL RSG WCN waste management recession S&P 500 GFL Environmental Republic Services
Sentiment note

The analyst initiated coverage with a $220 price forecast, recognizing the company as the top operator in the Environmental Services industry. The analyst also sees a potential M&A pipeline that aligns well with Waste Connections' existing operations.

Positive Benzinga • Prnewswire
WASTE CONNECTIONS ANNOUNCES REGULAR QUARTERLY CASH DIVIDEND

Waste Connections announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.315 U.S. per common share, to be paid on May 22, 2025 to shareholders of record on May 7, 2025.

WCN dividend waste management Waste Connections
Sentiment note

The company announced a regular quarterly cash dividend, indicating financial stability and a commitment to returning value to shareholders.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
Bioremediation Market Forecast Report 2025, with Company Profiles of the Top 10+ Major Market Players

The global bioremediation market is expected to grow significantly from $16.36 billion in 2023 to $49.36 billion by 2034, driven by factors like rising environmental regulations, technological advancements, and increased government initiatives. The report covers market analysis by type, technology, service, end-user, and region, along with profiles of the top 10+ major players.

BAESY WCN bioremediation environmental remediation waste management sustainability
Sentiment note

Waste Connections, Inc. announced the completion of the acquisition of a portfolio of energy waste treatment and disposal facilities, expanding its environmental services capabilities.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Sns Insider
Construction & Demolition Waste Management Market Size to Hit US$ 261.20 Billion by 2032, Owing to Growing Urbanization and Infrastructure Development | Research by SNS Insider

The Construction and Demolition Waste Management Market is growing rapidly due to increasing urbanization, regulatory shifts, and advancements in recycling technologies, with a strong focus on sustainable solutions to address rising waste and environmental challenges.

VEOEY WCN CLH RSG Construction and Demolition Waste Management Urbanization Sustainability Recycling
Sentiment note

The article lists Waste Connections as one of the major players in the Construction and Demolition Waste Management market, suggesting their participation and potential to benefit from the market's growth.

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