Waste Management (NYSE:WM) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, 2026-01-28. Here’s a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.
Analysts are estimating that Waste Management will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.95.
Anticipation surrounds Waste Management’s announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
Overview of Past Earnings
In the previous earnings release, the company missed EPS by $0.03, leading to a 4.46% drop in the share price the following trading session.
Here’s a look at Waste Management’s past performance and the resulting price change:
| Quarter | Q3 2025 | Q2 2025 | Q1 2025 | Q4 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPS Estimate | 2.01 | 1.89 | 1.62 | 1.8 |
| EPS Actual | 1.98 | 1.92 | 1.67 | 1.7 |
| Price Change % | -4.00 | 3.00 | 0.00 | 6.0 |
Tracking Waste Management’s Stock Performance
Shares of Waste Management were trading at $230.25 as of January 26. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 10.2%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release.
Insights Shared by Analysts on Waste Management
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Waste Management.
Analysts have given Waste Management a total of 21 ratings, with the consensus rating being Outperform. The average one-year price …