WM

Over the past six months, Waste Management, Inc. (WM) stock has increased. However, more recently, the stock was down in one day, over five days, and over one month as of May 8, 2026. Year-to-date, the stock was down. Key events impacting the stock include the announcement of Q1 2026 earnings on April 28, 2026, where WM reported strong performance, with increased cash flow and reaffirmed its full-year financial outlook. Adjusted operating EBITDA grew, driven by core pricing. Collection and disposal volume fell in Q1 2026, attributed to harsh winter weather, the intentional shedding of lower-margin residential business, and the absence of wildfire cleanup work. The company also completed new recycling facilities in Q1 2026 and acquired Stericycle in November 2024.