WCN

Waste Connections' stock has experienced a decline in the past six months, decreasing by 22.97% over the last 12 months and reaching a 52-week low in early May 2026. Despite this, the company reported a strong start to 2026, with first-quarter revenues of $2.371 billion and adjusted EPS of $1.23, both exceeding forecasts. The company's adjusted EBITDA margin expanded to 32.5%, even with outsized weather events. Management reaffirmed its full-year guidance and highlighted potential upside. Waste Connections has been actively repurchasing shares, with over $360 million in year-to-date buybacks by May 2026. Analyst ratings for WCN remain largely positive.