WM Announces Cash Dividend
HOUSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WM (NYSE: WM) today announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend of $0.825 per share payable December 19, 2025, to stockholders of record on December 5, 2025. ABOUT...
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Waste Management, Inc. (WM), listed on the NYSE, has a market capitalization of $. As of Nov 19, 2025, the stock is trading at $215.66 per share, offering investors a clear view of its current market value. Waste Management, Inc. is a prominent player in the industry sector, attracting both institutional and retail investors due to its performance and potential.
With a P/E ratio of 33.96, investors can assess the stock's valuation in comparison to its earnings. A P/E ratio is a crucial indicator for value investors, showing whether the stock is over or undervalued relative to its current earnings. Waste Management, Inc. also offers a dividend yield of 1.53%, making it an attractive option for income-focused investors who seek regular dividends.
Our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis reveals that Waste Management, Inc. (WM) may be overvalued compared to its intrinsic worth. However, to see the exact DCF fair value, please Login or Upgrade for access.
The proprietary SS Score for Waste Management, Inc. is a unique metric that analyzes the company's financial health and growth potential. The score takes into account critical factors such as revenue growth, net income, free cash flow (FCF) compound annual growth rate (CAGR), the trend of shares outstanding, and the debt-to-FCF ratio. This helps investors to make a more informed decision, as an undervalued stock might still have poor financial fundamentals.
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The Price to Free Cash Flow (P/FCF) ratio for Waste Management, Inc. is 35.97, offering insights into how much investors are paying for the company's free cash flow. A lower P/FCF ratio typically suggests that the stock is undervalued, while a higher ratio may indicate overvaluation.
In summary, Waste Management, Inc. (WM) has shown consistent financial performance, as illustrated by the financial charts above, which track its revenue growth, net income, free cash flow, and shares outstanding over the past several years. These metrics provide investors with key insights into the company's past and projected future performance. Investors should use the SS Score alongside the DCF Fair Value to make better-informed decisions about whether to buy or hold the stock.
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Whether Waste Management, Inc. (WM) is a good stock to buy depends on various factors, including its financial health, market conditions, and your investment strategy. Our analysis indicates that the stock may be overvalued compared to its intrinsic value. However, it is important to assess the SS Score and review the company's fundamentals before making any investment decisions.
The fair value of Waste Management, Inc. (WM) is determined through our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis. This value represents the intrinsic worth of the stock based on its expected future cash flows. To view the specific fair value, consider subscribing to our service for complete access.
The SS Score is a proprietary financial quality metric that assesses factors such as revenue growth, net income, free cash flow growth, and debt levels. It helps investors evaluate the overall financial health of Waste Management, Inc.. To access the full SS Score, consider upgrading your subscription.
Waste Management, Inc. is a significant player in the industry sector, with a market capitalization of $ and a competitive P/E ratio of 33.96. Investors should compare these metrics with industry peers to gauge whether Waste Management, Inc. is outperforming or underperforming within its sector.
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Below estimates were sourced from SimplyWallSt and are intended for educational purposes only as a baseline for the analysis.
| Year | FCF Estimate | % | # Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2.99B | 38.28% | Est @38.3% |
| 2026 | 3.81B | 27.68% | Analyst x13 |
| 2027 | 4.02B | 5.55% | Analyst x11 |
| 2028 | 4.43B | 10.15% | Analyst x4 |
| 2029 | 4.51B | 1.84% | Analyst x3 |
| 2030 | 4.59B | 1.61% | Est @1.6% |
| 2031 | 4.67B | 1.86% | Est @1.9% |
| 2032 | 4.77B | 2.04% | Est @2.0% |
| 2033 | 4.87B | 2.16% | Est @2.2% |
| 2034 | 4.97B | 2.09% | Est @2.1% |
Below are the FCF estimates with the discount factor and the calculated present value with the terminal value that led the results above.
| Year | FCF | Discount Factor | PV of Future FCF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023A | 1.82B | 1.00 | 1.82B |
| 2024A | 2.16B | 1.00 | 2.16B |
| 2025E | 2.99B | 1.08 | 2.77B |
| 2026E | 3.81B | 1.17 | 3.27B |
| 2027E | 4.02B | 1.26 | 3.20B |
| 2028E | 4.43B | 1.36 | 3.27B |
| 2029E | 4.51B | 1.46 | 3.08B |
| 2030E | 4.59B | 1.58 | 2.90B |
| 2031E | 4.67B | 1.71 | 2.74B |
| 2032E | 4.77B | 1.84 | 2.59B |
| 2033E | 4.87B | 1.99 | 2.45B |
| 2034E | 4.97B | 2.15 | 2.32B |
| Terminal | 93.75B | 2.15 | 43.68B |
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