Waste Connections, Inc. · Industrials · Waste Management
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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.
Susan Netherton, Senior VP of People, Training & Development at Waste Connections, sold 1,750 shares for $290,500 on August 13, 2026. Despite the sale reducing her direct holdings by 12%, she retains 12,980 shares valued at $2.1 million. Analysts remain bullish on the stock with 81% rating it as a buy and a median one-year price target of $205, suggesting the sale appears routine rather than concerning.
Despite the insider sale, the article emphasizes that this transaction appears routine and non-concerning. The company reported strong Q2 2026 earnings with revenue 6.4% above expectations. Analyst sentiment is bullish with 81% buy ratings and a median price target of $205 representing a 20.6% upside. The executive's retention of nearly 13,000 shares demonstrates continued confidence in the company.
PositiveGlobeNewswire 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.
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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.
PositiveThe 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.
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.
NeutralThe 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.
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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.
NeutralThe 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.
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.
Operating in a market with strong growth potential and increasing environmental awareness
NeutralGlobeNewswire 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.
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.
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
PositiveBenzinga• 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.
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.
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.
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Sentiment note
The company announced a regular quarterly cash dividend, indicating financial stability and a commitment to returning value to shareholders.
PositiveGlobeNewswire 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.
Waste Connections, Inc. announced the completion of the acquisition of a portfolio of energy waste treatment and disposal facilities, expanding its environmental services capabilities.
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