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WM

Waste management and recycling services provider

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Headquarters: Houston, United States
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 25,000+
Industry: Environmental Services & Equipment

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Latest news about WM

In short: WM reported strong 2026 earnings driven by AI-boosted margins, announced a CEO transition, and expanded its recycling infrastructure.

Company announcements

August 26 WM

WM appoints John Morris as next CEO replacing retiring Jim Fish effective Jan 4 2027

Jim Fish retires after over a decade as CEO. The board selected President John Morris to lead the company's next chapter of growth and sustainability.

August 24 WM

WM declares quarterly cash dividend of $0.945 per share

The payment date is September 25, 2026, for stockholders of record on September 11, 2026.

July 28 WM

WM announces second quarter 2026 earnings

Revenue grew 4.0% to $6.684 billion, adjusted operating EBITDA increased 5.5%, and cash flow from operations rose nearly 12%.

July 15 WM

WM released its 2026 Sustainability Report

The report covers 2025 achievements: seven renewable natural gas facilities, nine recycling facility upgrades, and expansion into healthcare waste management.

Media coverage

Today Seeking Alpha

Waste Management: A Perfect Example Of A Great Dividend Business

Waste Management is a resilient, market-leading dividend player with strong diversification and secular tailwinds. Find out why WM stock is a buy.

September 10 Yahoo Finance

Waste Management Inc's Dividend Analysis

Waste Management Inc (NYSE:WM) recently announced a total dividend of $0.95 per share, with the ex-dividend date set for 2026-09-11. For investors, the ex-dividend date...

August 26 Yahoo Finance

WM CEO Jim Fish to retire after decade in the role

John Morris, WM’s president, will take on the CEO role in January. Fish is expected to continue in an advisory role through February.

August 14 Yahoo Finance

Waste Management (WM) Could Be 14% Undervalued As Sustainability Growth Draws Attention

Recent Returns And Business Scale For Waste Management Stock Waste Management (WM) has seen mixed...

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