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Waste Management (WM)
NYSE:WM
Earnings Data
Report Date
Jul 29, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
1.9Last Year’s EPS
1.82Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 19 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Apr 28, 2025
|% Change Since: 1.25%
|Next Earnings Date:Jul 29, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call reflected strong operational performance, with significant EBITDA growth and successful integration of sustainability initiatives. However, challenges such as weather impacts and integration hurdles in the healthcare segment were noted. Overall, the positive aspects, particularly in growth and strategic investments, outweigh the negatives.Company Guidance
In the WM First Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call, the company reported strong financial performance, with total company operating EBITDA growing over 12% compared to the same period in 2024. This growth was driven by solid performance in the collection and disposal business, significant contributions from WM Healthcare Solutions, and increases in sustainability businesses. The company also highlighted a 20% year-over-year increase in combined operating EBITDA from recycling and renewable energy. In the collection and disposal business, operating EBITDA rose nearly 5%, and margins expanded by 10 basis points. WM's legacy business achieved a 30% margin for the fourth consecutive quarter, supported by a 50 basis point contribution from favorable price-cost spread and a 20 basis point contribution from recycling automation projects. The company remains confident in meeting its full-year financial guidance, including an operating EBITDA target between $7.45 billion and $7.65 billion, and a free cash flow outlook of $2.675 billion to $2.775 billion.Strong Operating EBITDA Growth
Total company operating EBITDA grew by more than 12% year-over-year, driven by strong operational performance and contributions from WM Healthcare Solutions.
Sustainability Business Success
Combined operating EBITDA from recycling and renewable energy grew by over 20% year-over-year, with significant contributions from automated recycling facilities.
Improved Residential Line of Business
Operating EBITDA margin for the residential line of business grew by more than 130 basis points, reaching 20% for the first time in six years.
Successful Cost Management
Operating expenses as a percentage of revenue improved to 60.5%, marking the sixth consecutive quarter below 61%.
Increased Acquisition Pipeline
WM expects to close more than $500 million in solid waste acquisitions in 2025, up from the typical $100 million to $200 million range.
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WM Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
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WM Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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Apr 28, 2025 | $229.08 | $228.80 | -0.12% |
Jan 30, 2025 | $208.78 | $221.61 | +6.15% |
Oct 28, 2024 | $206.80 | $217.57 | +5.21% |
Jul 24, 2024 | $215.07 | $197.80 | -8.03% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
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FAQ
When does Waste Management (WM) report earnings?
Waste Management (WM) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 29, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Waste Management (WM) earnings time?
Waste Management (WM) earnings time is at Jul 29, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is WM EPS forecast?
WM EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q2) is 1.9.
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