Waste Management Industry Overview
The Waste Management industry, part of the Industrials sector, includes 24 publicly traded companies with a combined market capitalization of $303.80B. The industry is led by Waste Management, Inc. (WM), Republic Services, Inc. (RSG), Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN.TO).
Among the 24 listed Waste Management companies, market capitalizations range from $86.53B (Waste Management, Inc.) down to $17.76B (GFL Environmental Inc.), highlighting the wide size disparity across the industry. The average market cap across the industry is $12.66B, reflecting a mix of established large-cap players and smaller growth-oriented companies.
Waste Management Industry Valuation
The Waste Management industry currently trades at an average price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 100.3. This elevated multiple indicates that investors are pricing in strong future earnings growth across Waste Management companies.
Waste Management Dividend Profile
7 out of 24 Waste Management companies (29%) currently pay dividends to shareholders. The average dividend yield across dividend-paying Waste Management stocks is 1.00%. Investors seeking income can find dividend-paying options within the industry alongside higher-growth non-dividend stocks.
Largest Waste Management Companies by Market Cap
| Company | Ticker | Market Cap | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waste Management, Inc. | WM | $86.53B | 31.1 |
| Republic Services, Inc. | RSG | $63.70B | 29.7 |
| Waste Connections, Inc. | WCN.TO | $53.96B | 37.6 |
| Waste Connections, Inc. | WCN | $39.05B | 37.5 |
| GFL Environmental Inc. | GFL.TO | $17.76B | 96.2 |
The table above shows the top 5 Waste Management companies ranked by market capitalization. P/E ratios reflect trailing twelve months earnings where available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the largest Waste Management company? The largest Waste Management company by market capitalization is Waste Management, Inc. (WM), valued at $86.53B. Use the full listing below to explore all Waste Management companies and compare their financials.
How many Waste Management stocks are there? There are 24 publicly traded Waste Management companies listed on major US exchanges, ranging from Waste Management, Inc. (WM) to GFL Environmental Inc. (GFL.TO) by market capitalization. This directory spans 1 pages, with all companies sorted by market cap for easy comparison.
How many Waste Management stocks pay dividends? 7 of the 24 Waste Management companies (29%) currently distribute dividends. The average yield among payers is 1.00%. Dividend policies vary significantly across Waste Management companies — browse individual stock pages for the latest yield and payout details.
What is the average P/E ratio for Waste Management stocks? The average trailing P/E ratio for the Waste Management industry is 100.3x. Individual company valuations can vary widely — click through to any stock page for detailed valuation metrics.
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StockVS provides detailed fundamental data, historical price charts, and side-by-side comparisons for all 24 Waste Management companies. Browse individual stock pages for in-depth analysis, or use our comparison tool to evaluate two Waste Management stocks head to head. All data is updated regularly to reflect the latest available financials.