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Waste Connections(TSX) WCN

Market CapCA$54.71BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2016)+288%
5 Year+38%
1 Year-8%
1 Month-6%
CA$217.07
-0.91%
-1.99Today
Waste Connections last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeCAD 217.072026-09-17
Waste Connections stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-1.6%CAD 220.602026-09-10
1 month-5.64%CAD 230.042026-08-18
3 month+0.23%CAD 216.572026-06-19
Year to date-9.24%CAD 239.172025-12-31
1 year-8.36%CAD 236.882025-09-17
3 year+16.31%CAD 186.632023-09-18
5 year+38.29%CAD 156.972021-09-17
Since inception+288.14%CAD 55.932016-06-02

Waste Connections Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

CA$54.71BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$9.70B

Net Income (TTM)

$1.05B

EPS (TTM)

CA$5.73

P/E Ratio

37.89

Dividend

CA$1.94

Beta (Volatility)

0.38 (Low)

Price

CA$217.07

Volume

223,223

Open

CA$220.26

Previous Close

CA$217.07

Daily Range

CA$216.37 - CA$220.83

52-Week Range

CA$203.46 - CA$251.45

Estimated Earnings Date

Oct 20, 2026

WCN News

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About Waste Connections

Waste Connections, Inc. is a leading provider of waste management services in the United States and Canada. The company specializes in the collection, transfer, disposal, and resource recovery of non-hazardous materials, serving a diverse range of clients.

Products and Services
  • Comprehensive waste collection services for residential, commercial, and industrial clients
  • Landfill disposal and recycling programs for various materials
  • Specialized waste treatment and disposal for exploration and production sectors
Growth Outlook
  • Revenue increased to $2.50 billion in Q2 2026, reflecting strong demand
  • Net income rose to $288.75 million in Q2 2026, showcasing profitability
  • Consistent cash flow generation supports ongoing expansion initiatives
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve-month revenue of $9.67 billion, indicating robust growth
  • Net profit margin of 11.57% in Q2 2026, demonstrating operational efficiency
  • Dividend yield of 0.84%, providing a return to shareholders
Waste Connections, Inc. operates a vast network of solid waste collection operations, transfer stations, and landfills, ensuring efficient waste management solutions. The company has shown resilience and adaptability in a growing market, with a focus on sustainability and resource recovery. Recent financial performance highlights a strong revenue trajectory and profitability, positioning Waste Connections as a compelling option for investors interested in the waste management sector. The company's commitment to operational excellence and strategic growth initiatives further enhances its appeal in the industry.
AI Generated • Aug 31, 2026

Industry

Commercial Services and Supplies

Employees

24,214

CEO

Ronald J. Mittelstaedt

Headquarters

Woodbridge, ON L4H 4G3, CA

WCN Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

39.22%

Operating Margin

17.09%

Net Income Margin

10.86%

Return on Equity

13.18%

Return on Capital

9.84%

Return on Assets

4.97%

Earnings Yield

2.64%

Dividend Yield

0.89%

Payout Ratio

32.69%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

CA$54.71BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

252.05M

Volume

223.22K

Avg. Volume

369.60K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$3.81B

Operating Income

$1.65B

EBITDA

$2.94B

Operating Cash Flow

$2.48B

Capital Expenditure

-$537.38M

Free Cash Flow

$1.95B

Cash & ST Invst.

$98.02M

Total Debt

$9.62B

Waste Connections Performance Analysis

Waste Connections annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 9,388,783,79721.7%
20232023-12-31USD 10,827,122,69815.3%
20242024-12-31USD 12,219,497,00612.9%
20252025-12-31USD 13,228,012,0848.3%
Waste Connections sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-3054.0%
Q42025-12-31-69.7%
Q12026-03-31111.0%
Q22026-06-305.3%
Waste Connections annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 4.2242.4%
20232023-12-31USD 3.99-5.4%
20242024-12-31USD 3.27-18.0%
20252025-12-31USD 5.8378.3%
Waste Connections sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-30-0.9%
Q42025-12-31-9.0%
Q12026-03-31-14.9%
Q22026-06-3032.6%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$2.50B

+3.7%

Gross Profit

$736.99M

-27.3%

Gross Margin

29.53%

N/A

Market Cap

CA$54.71BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

CA$2.26M

N/A

Employees

24,214

N/A

Net Income

$288.75M

-0.5%

EBITDA

$743.73M

-4.6%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$98.02M

-11.0%

Total Debt

$9.62B

+11.0%

Accounts Receivable

$1.07B

+3.5%

Inventory

$0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

$9.54B

+10.7%

Short Term Debt

$130.63M

+158.6%

Return on Assets

4.97%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

8.68%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$369.45M

+4.7%

Operating Cash Flow

$713.44M

+11.8%

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Questions About WCN

What is the current price of Waste Connections?

Waste Connections is trading at CA$217.07 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Waste Connections?

Over the past 52 weeks, Waste Connections has traded between CA$203.46 and CA$251.45.

How much debt does Waste Connections have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Waste Connections reported total debt of $13.67B.

How much cash does Waste Connections have on hand?

Waste Connections reported $139.29M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Waste Connections’s dividend yield?

Waste Connections currently has a dividend yield of 0.89%.

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