NASDAQ:VRA 19 November 2025

March 20, 2026, 9:11 PM EDT. Waste Management (WM) has defied the broader S&P 500 decline by gaining over 5% year to date, driven by its resilient business model and robust cash flow. The company posted a 7.1% revenue increase in Q4 2025, reaching $6.31 billion, bolstered by pricing power and the acquisition of Stericycle under WM Healthcare Solutions. Profit margins expanded, with adjusted EBITDA margin climbing to 31.3%, while free cash flow surged nearly 27% to $2.94 billion. WM's dependable dividend, set to increase to $3.78 per share, offers a secure 1.5% yield with a 50% payout ratio, highlighting room for future dividend growth. Investors eye WM's fundamentals amid ongoing market uncertainty.