Waste Connections, Inc.

Report azionario NYSE:WCN

Capitalizzazione di mercato: US$41.9b

Waste Connections Performance degli utili passati

Criteri Il passato verificati 5/6

Waste Connections ha registrato una crescita degli utili a un tasso medio annuo di 6.9%, mentre il settore Commercial Services ha registrato utili in crescita a un tasso medio annuo di 7.4%. I ricavi sono stati in crescita a un tasso medio annuo di 10.4%. Il ritorno sul capitale proprio di Waste Connections è 13.4% e ha margini netti di 10.9%.

Informazioni chiave

6.93%

Tasso di crescita degli utili

7.24%

Tasso di crescita dell'EPS

Commercial Services Crescita del settore8.53%
Tasso di crescita dei ricavi10.40%
Rendimento del capitale proprio13.39%
Margine netto10.86%
Ultimo aggiornamento sugli utili30 Jun 2026

Aggiornamenti sulle prestazioni recenti

Recent updates

Aggiornamento narrativa Jul 24

WCN: Earnings Resilience And Margin Outlook Will Shape Fairly Valued Shares

The analyst price target for Waste Connections has been raised by $6 to reflect updated assumptions around earnings resilience, improving margin expectations, and adjusted P/E multiples following recent Street research. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Waste Connections highlights a mix of confidence in the company’s earnings resilience and more cautious signals around valuation and future growth.
Seeking Alpha Jul 24

Waste Connections: The Market Is Overpricing Temporary Headwinds

Summary Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN) delivered strong Q2 results, expanding margins despite a 50% spike in diesel costs and ongoing volume declines. WCN's pricing power remains evident, with price increases of ~6% outpacing the industry average and offsetting lower collected tons. Free cash flow is temporarily depressed by Chiquita Canyon remediation and RNG CapEx, but is expected to recover to ~$1.6B by 2027. I assign a Buy rating to WCN, citing margin resilience, favorable cost tailwinds, disciplined capital returns, and a valuation below its five-year average. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Articolo di analisi Jun 19

Waste Connections (WCN) Stock Could Be 24.5% Undervalued After Focus On Workforce Efficiency

Recent commentary from Sustainable Growth Advisers has put Waste Connections (WCN) in focus, as investors weigh the company’s emphasis on labor management, safety, and human capital development through programs like its Driver Academy and Commercial Driver License training. See our latest analysis for Waste Connections. Despite the recent spotlight on its workforce programs, Waste Connections’ share price has softened, with the stock down 2.16% on a 1 month share price return and 11.57% year...
Aggiornamento narrativa Jun 15

WCN: Future Returns Will Rely On Premium P/E And Insider Confidence Signals

Waste Connections' analyst price target has moved modestly higher to $203.92, with analysts pointing to updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins, discount rates and future P/E as key drivers behind the change. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Waste Connections centers on updated assumptions for growth, profitability and the P/E multiple, which has led several firms to lift their price targets by single digit dollar amounts.
Aggiornamento narrativa Jun 01

WCN: Future Returns Will Depend On Premium P/E And Quality EBITDA Profile

The analyst price target for Waste Connections has moved from $199.16 to $204.32 as analysts cite updated assumptions around slightly higher revenue growth, a modestly lower discount rate, and a slightly higher future P/E multiple, supported by a series of recent target increases across the Street. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts are lifting targets by increments of US$2 to US$15, which signals higher assumed value on the company’s ability to execute on its current business model.
Nuova narrativa May 13

RNG Projects And AI Adoption Will Transform Waste Services Earnings Profile

Catalysts About Waste Connections Waste Connections provides nonhazardous solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services, along with energy oriented waste handling and renewable natural gas from landfill gas. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Nuova narrativa Apr 25

AI And Landfill Gas Projects Will Shape A Steady But Limited Future Outlook

Catalysts About Waste Connections Waste Connections provides nonhazardous solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and related services across North America. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Aggiornamento narrativa Apr 19

WCN: Future Returns Will Rely On Premium P/E And Quality EBITDA Execution

Analysts have made a small upward adjustment to the fair value estimate for Waste Connections, with the updated price target moving from about $198.84 to roughly $199.16. This reflects recent research that highlights quality-driven EBITDA growth potential and a premium valuation stance within the waste group.
Aggiornamento narrativa Apr 04

WCN: Future Returns Will Rely On Premium P/E Despite Chiquita Closure Costs

Analysts made a marginal trim to the Waste Connections fair value estimate, with the target easing by about $0.10 to roughly $198.80. A slightly higher discount rate and refreshed earnings models, including several reduced Street price targets and a new $199 Outperform initiation, fed into the updated view.
Aggiornamento narrativa Mar 21

WCN: Future Returns Will Be Driven By Premium P/E Despite Higher Chiquita Outlays

Narrative Update on Waste Connections The analyst fair value estimate for Waste Connections has inched up from $198.75 to $198.92, as analysts weigh a mix of reduced price targets following Q4 results and 2026 guidance updates against fresh bullish coverage that highlights the company as a higher quality operator that may warrant a premium P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Waste Connections reflects a mix of optimism around business quality and caution around longer term guidance and project related cash needs.
Aggiornamento narrativa Mar 07

WCN: Future Returns Will Be Driven By M&A Despite Higher Chiquita Outlays

Analysts have lowered their average price target for Waste Connections in line with recent Street reductions, while our fair value estimate remains at $198.75 as they incorporate updated Q4 results, 2026 guidance, and higher anticipated Chiquita landfill-related outlays. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates cluster around a similar message for Waste Connections: the stock is still generally viewed favorably, but analysts are marking their models to current guidance and higher expected Chiquita landfill spending, which has led to a series of lower price targets across the Street.
Aggiornamento narrativa Feb 20

WCN: Future Returns Will Be Driven By Compounding M&A Despite Chiquita Cash Outlays

Our updated fair value estimate for Waste Connections moves to $198.75 from $204.25, reflecting analysts' lower price targets after 2026 guidance that points to softer growth assumptions and higher expected cash outlays tied to the Chiquita landfill. Analyst Commentary Street research around the latest quarter and 2026 outlook has become more cautious, with most firms trimming price targets while largely maintaining positive ratings.
Aggiornamento narrativa Feb 06

WCN: Future Returns Will Be Driven By Compounding M&A And Chiquita Remediation Resolution

Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Waste Connections by about $0.21 to roughly $204.25. This reflects slightly higher discount rate assumptions and more conservative views on revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples following a series of recent target cuts across the Street.
Aggiornamento narrativa Jan 22

WCN: Future Returns Will Be Driven By Compounding M&A Despite Chiquita Remediation Uncertainty

Narrative Update on Waste Connections Analysts have trimmed their average price target on Waste Connections by about $1. This reflects slightly higher discount rate assumptions, marginally lower revenue growth and profit margin expectations, and a modestly lower future P/E multiple, in line with recent target reductions from several firms.
Aggiornamento narrativa Jan 07

WCN: Future Returns Will Be Driven By Compounding M&A And Cash Return Programs

The analyst price target for Waste Connections has edged up by about $1 to roughly $205.71, as analysts point to consistent Q3 execution, solid waste margin potential, ongoing acquisition opportunities, and a generally supportive view of the company as a high quality compounder, despite some timing adjustments around future RNG contributions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Waste Connections centers on the quality of the core solid waste business, the role of acquisitions, and timing questions around renewable natural gas, or RNG, projects and other macro exposed areas like recycling and specialty waste.
Aggiornamento narrativa Dec 23

WCN: Future Returns Will Be Driven By Accretive M&A And Aggressive Buybacks

The analyst price target for Waste Connections has inched higher to approximately $205 from about $205 previously, as analysts highlight the company’s consistent outperformance, margin expansion potential, and long runway for value accretive M&A, despite near term sector headwinds. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts generally frame Waste Connections as a high quality compounder, emphasizing its history of value accretive acquisitions and a long runway to continue consolidating fragmented secondary and rural markets.
Aggiornamento narrativa Dec 09

WCN: Margin Expansion Will Be Driven By M&A And Aggressive Buybacks

Analysts have nudged their blended price target for Waste Connections modestly higher to about $205 per share, citing the company’s consistent outperformance versus quarterly expectations, a robust M&A pipeline, and its positioning as a high quality compounder with solid waste margin expansion and free cash flow inflection potential despite near term sector headwinds. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Waste Connections reflects a generally constructive stance, with most firms either initiating at positive ratings or modestly raising price targets while acknowledging pockets of execution and macro risk.
Aggiornamento narrativa Nov 25

WCN: Long-Term Margin Expansion Will Be Driven By Acquisitions And Buybacks

Analysts have slightly lowered their average price target for Waste Connections to $204.96 from $205.36. They cite near-term margin pressures and moderated growth expectations, despite continued confidence in the company's acquisition strategy and resilient core business.
Aggiornamento narrativa Nov 05

WCN: Share Repurchases And Dividend Hike Will Drive Long-Term Margin Expansion

Waste Connections saw its average analyst price target edge up modestly by $0.42 to $207.00, as analysts cited continued outperformance versus expectations and optimism around long-term margin expansion and project execution, even though some forecasts for 2026 have been tempered. Analyst Commentary Analysts covering Waste Connections provided a range of perspectives following the latest financial results and guidance updates.
Articolo di analisi Oct 29

Waste Connections (NYSE:WCN) Is Paying Out A Larger Dividend Than Last Year

The board of Waste Connections, Inc. ( NYSE:WCN ) has announced that the dividend on 20th of November will be increased...
Aggiornamento narrativa Oct 22

Analysts Update Price Target as Waste Connections Announces Dividend Increase and Share Repurchases

The analyst price target for Waste Connections has been modestly adjusted from $208.59 to $206.77 per share. This change reflects analysts' views on revenue growth, profit margins, and the company's differentiated strategy within a resilient waste management sector.
Aggiornamento narrativa Oct 08

Acquisitions And New Jersey Facility Integration Will Boost Operational Excellence

Analysts have slightly lowered their price target for Waste Connections, reducing the fair value from $210.95 to $208.59. They cited marginally softer growth and profitability expectations but affirmed confidence in the company’s long-term strategy and market position.
Articolo di analisi Sep 22

Waste Connections (NYSE:WCN) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Articolo di analisi Aug 26

Why We're Not Concerned About Waste Connections, Inc.'s (NYSE:WCN) Share Price

When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 19x, you may...
Seeking Alpha Jan 20

Waste Connections: Hauling Trash And Stacking Cash

Summary Waste Connections (WCN) is a leading waste management provider in the U.S. and Canada, with a market cap of $45B and a CAGR of 18.23% since 2016. The company has grown revenue at 12% annually over the past decade, with recent years showing a rebound in gross profit margins close to 42%. Given its consistent revenue growth, improving gross margins, and reliable business model, WCN is a strong consideration for dividend-focused investors. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Jan 09

Pricey, But Waste Connections Still A Good Deal

Summary Waste Connections, Inc. is rated a Strong Buy due to its steady price growth, strong fundamentals, and effective management strategy. WCN's competitive advantage lies in targeting less competitive markets and maintaining solid net margins comparable to larger competitors. Q3-2025 earnings beat estimates, showing strong revenue growth and increased EBITDA margins, reinforcing the company's growth trajectory. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Oct 28

Waste Connections: Great Business, Poor Valuation

Summary Waste Connections, Inc. is not undervalued but has a strong cash-generative history in a favorable market. WCN operates similarly to its main competitor, Waste Management, showcasing significant cash flow growth over the years. The company has tripled its cash flow over the past decade, highlighting its robust financial performance. Valuation is stretched as the FCF yield doesn't offer any downside protection from a re-rating. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Sep 08

Waste Connections: Waste Margin Improved 80-90bps

Summary I reiterate a 'Buy' rating for Waste Connections, with a fair value of $200 per share, due to strong margin expansion and pricing growth. Waste Connections reported 11.2% revenue growth and 16.4% EBITDA increase, driven by terminating lower-margin contracts and optimizing cost structures. The company has a robust M&A pipeline, expecting $700 million additional revenue in FY24, with $1.5 billion already spent on acquisitions this year. Despite potential cost increases from new EPA rules, Waste Connections maintains a strong balance sheet and prioritizes profitability over volume growth. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Ripartizione dei ricavi e delle spese

Come Waste Connections guadagna e spende denaro. In base agli ultimi utili dichiarati, su base LTM.


Storico di utili e ricavi

NYSE:WCN Ricavi, spese e utili (USD Millions )
DataRicaviUtiliSpese G+ASpese di R&S
30 Jun 269,7641,0619590
31 Mar 269,6091,0549460
31 Dec 259,4671,0779350
30 Sep 259,3546229190
30 Jun 259,2346449000
31 Mar 259,0756298830
31 Dec 248,9206188560
30 Sep 248,6959408370
30 Jun 248,4218618150
31 Mar 248,1947957930
31 Dec 238,0227637740
30 Sep 237,8568307560
30 Jun 237,6718387390
31 Mar 237,4668537040
31 Dec 227,2128366710
30 Sep 226,9678086440
30 Jun 226,6846856170
31 Mar 226,4026386110
31 Dec 216,1516185930
30 Sep 215,9255825710
30 Jun 215,7186265550
31 Mar 215,4902225280
31 Dec 205,4462055220
30 Sep 205,4102075280
30 Jun 205,4332085320
31 Mar 205,4965845340
31 Dec 195,3895675310
30 Sep 195,2885665150
30 Jun 195,1575585160
31 Mar 195,0275485080
31 Dec 184,9235475040
30 Sep 184,8187294970
30 Jun 184,7447024930
31 Mar 184,6796874870
31 Dec 174,6305774770
30 Sep 174,5223474790
30 Jun 174,4003134550
31 Mar 173,9522174300
31 Dec 163,3762473820
30 Sep 162,8592133220
30 Jun 162,322-1332710
31 Mar 162,126-1032340
31 Dec 152,117-962330
30 Sep 152,112-872320

Guadagni di qualità: WCN ha guadagni di alta qualità.

Margine di profitto in crescita: Gli attuali margini di profitto netti di WCN (10.9%) WCN sono più alti rispetto allo scorso anno (7%).


Flusso di cassa libero e analisi degli utili


Analisi della crescita degli utili nel passato

Andamento degli utili: Gli utili di WCN sono cresciuti del 6.9% all'anno negli ultimi 5 anni.

Accelerare la crescita: La crescita degli utili di WCN nell'ultimo anno ( 64.7% ) supera la media quinquennale ( 6.9% all'anno).

Guadagni vs Settore: La crescita degli utili WCN nell'ultimo anno ( 64.7% ) ha superato la percentuale del settore Commercial Services 10.2%.


Rendimento del capitale proprio

ROE elevato: Il Return on Equity ( 13.4% ) di WCN è considerato basso.


Rendimento delle attività


Rendimento del capitale investito


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Analisi aziendale e situazione dei dati finanziari

DatiUltimo aggiornamento (ora UTC)
Analisi dell'azienda2026/07/31 19:51
Prezzo dell'azione a fine giornata2026/07/31 00:00
Utili2026/06/30
Utili annuali2025/12/31

Fonti dei dati

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PacchettoDatiTempisticaEsempio Fonte USA *
Dati finanziari della società10 anni
  • Conto economico
  • Rendiconto finanziario
  • Bilancio
Stime di consenso degli analisti+3 anni
  • Previsioni finanziarie
  • Obiettivi di prezzo degli analisti
Prezzi di mercato30 anni
  • Prezzi delle azioni
  • Dividendi, scissioni e azioni
Proprietà10 anni
  • Top azionisti
  • Insider trading
Gestione10 anni
  • Team di leadership
  • Consiglio di amministrazione
Sviluppi principali10 anni
  • Annunci aziendali

* Esempio per i titoli statunitensi, per i titoli non statunitensi si utilizzano forme e fonti normative equivalenti.

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Fonti analitiche

Waste Connections, Inc. è coperta da 35 analisti. 26 di questi analisti ha fornito le stime di fatturato o di utile utilizzate come input per il nostro report. Le stime degli analisti vengono aggiornate nel corso della giornata.

AnalistaIstituzione
Harriet LiAccountability Research Corporation
Christopher MurrayATB Cormark
William GrippinBarclays