Waste Management (NYSE:WM) Azioni

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Waste Management

WM ranks as the largest integrated provider of traditional solid waste and medical waste services in the United States, operating 262 active landfills, about 506 solid and medical waste transfer stations, and 105 recycling facilities. The company serves residential, commercial, industrial, and medical end markets and is also a leading recycler in North America.

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Waste Management's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) short percent of float has risen 8.43% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.61 million shares sold short, which is 0.9% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.67 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Waste Management Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751558431_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Waste Management has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Waste Management's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Waste Management's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.83%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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The Gates Foundation Trust, founded by the billionaire Bill Gates, has a portfolio valued at $41.806 billion, which is concentrated in these three stocks as of the end of the first quarter of 2025.
What Happened: The foundation has received donations from Gates and the Oracle of Omaha, Warren Buffett, since the year 2000 and 2006, respectively. Additionally, it reflects the approaches of both Gates and Buffett.
According to its 13F filings, the three major stock holdings in the foundation&#8217;s portfolio made up at least two-thirds or 66% of the fund&#8217;s holdings as of the first quarter of the ongoing calendar year.
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<td>Company</td>
<td>Value (as of March 31)</td>
<td>% Of Holdings (as of March 31)</td>
<td>Number Of Shares</td>
<td>Change From Dec. 31, 2024 (in %)</td>
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<tr>
<td>Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>)</td>
<td>$10.682 billion</td>
<td>26%</td>
<td>28457247</td>
<td>0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>)</td>
<td>$9.145 billion</td>
<td>22%</td>
<td>17172435</td>
<td>-13%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Waste Management Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>)</td>
<td>$7.462 billion</td>
<td>18%</td>
<td>32234344</td>
<td>0%</td>
</tr>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Microsoft Corp.</h3>
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<li>Microsoft stock has driven the Gates Foundation&#8217;s holdings to nearly $11 billion.</li>
<li>This surge is largely due to Microsoft&#8217;s dominant position in artificial intelligence, particularly through its Azure cloud platform and OpenAI investment.</li>
<li>Gates has steadily contributed Microsoft stock to the foundation since its inception in 2000.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Berkshire Hathaway Inc.</h3>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Buffett has also donated the Class B shares to the Gates Foundation since 2006, maintaining voting control by converting his Class A shares.</li>
<li>Despite a requirement for annual grant payouts, the foundation still holds 17.17 million Berkshire shares, valued at about $9.145 billion.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Waste Management Inc.</h3>
<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The Gates Foundation Trust has held a stake in Waste Management since 2002, exemplifying Buffett&#8217;s value investing principles.</li>
<li>WM is a waste management, comprehensive waste, and environmental services company having a landfill portfolio at an operational scale.</li>
</ul>
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Why It Matters: Microsoft has been under the analyst radar, as it has been receiving recent price target bumps and upgrades.
Microsoft's strategic initiatives, including the integration of Copilot into Office, Dynamics, and Teams, are significantly deepening subscription revenues, explained Nigam Arora <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/06/46163176/microsoft-stock-could-soar-44-on-ai-boom-analyst-says-but-theres-a-catch">in his recent report</a>. 
He added that Microsoft's cloud computing arm, Aruzre, remained a compelling growth driver, exhibiting double-digit growth that is currently outstripping competitors and maintaining healthy margins.
Meanwhile, Wedbush analyst Dan Ives has said that the &#8220;massive adoption wave&#8221; of AI-driven Azure services could propel Microsoft to become a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/06/46108861/microsoft-is-playing-chess-and-others-are-playing-checkers-dan-ives-says-msft-could-be-a-5-trillion-company-in-18-months">$5 trillion company</a> over the next 18 months. &#8211;
Price Action: MSFT shares were down 0.012% in after-hours on Monday after ending 0.30% higher at $497.41 apiece. It has risen by 18.83% on a year-to-date basis and 8.91% over the past year.
Benzinga Edge Stock Rankings shows that MSFT had a stronger price trend over the short, medium, and long term. Its momentum ranking was solid; however, its value ranking was poor at the 13.14th percentile. The details of other metrics are <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-4/#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">available here</a>.
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The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, ended higher on Monday. The SPY was up 0.48% at $617.85, while the QQQ advanced 0.65% to $551.64, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
After hitting fresh records on Friday and Monday, the futures of the S&amp;P 500, Nasdaq 100, and Dow Jones indices were trading lower on Tuesday.
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Scotiabank analyst Konark Gupta maintains Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) with a Sector Outperform and raises the price target from $260 to $265.

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Scotiabank Maintains Sector Outperform on Waste Management, Raises Price Target to $265

Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 2.46% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 10.93%. Currently, Waste Management has a market capitalization of $91.23 billion. 
Buying $100 In WM: If an investor had bought $100 of WM stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $795.51 today based on a price of $226.72 for WM at the time of writing.
<h3>Waste Management's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750971618_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

If You Invested $100 In This Stock 20 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today

RBC Capital analyst Sabahat Khan reiterates Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) with a Sector Perform and maintains $229 price target.

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RBC Capital Reiterates Sector Perform on Waste Management, Maintains $229 Price Target

CIBC analyst Kevin Chiang maintains Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $244 to $250.

CIBC Maintains Neutral on Waste Management, Raises Price Target to $250

11 analysts have shared their evaluations of Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $254.55, with a high estimate of $277.00 and a low estimate of $229.00. Marking an increase of 7.22%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $237.40. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750874473_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Waste Management is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Devin Dodge</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
<td>$241.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Noah Kaye</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
<td>$251.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rob Wertheimer</td>
<td>Melius Research</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$263.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tami Zakaria</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$277.00</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bryan Burgmeier</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$271.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sabahat Khan</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$229.00</td>
<td>$227.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Manthey</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Windham</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wesley Brooks</td>
<td>HSBC</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Windham</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Konark Gupta</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Waste Management. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Waste Management compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Waste Management's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Waste Management's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WM/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Waste Management analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Waste Management: A Closer Look</h2>
WM ranks as the largest integrated provider of traditional solid waste services in the United States, operating 263 active landfills and about 332 transfer stations. The company serves residential, commercial, industrial, and medical end markets and is also a leading recycler in North America.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Waste Management's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Waste Management's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 16.65% as of 31 March, 2025, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Waste Management's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 10.58%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Waste Management's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 7.54%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.43%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 2.76, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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What Analysts Are Saying About Waste Management Stock

BMO Capital analyst Devin Dodge maintains Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) with a Market Perform and raises the price target from $241 to $245.

BMO Capital Maintains Market Perform on Waste Management, Raises Price Target to $245

Oppenheimer analyst Noah Kaye maintains Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $251 to $255.

Oppenheimer Maintains Outperform on Waste Management, Raises Price Target to $255

Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 2.63% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 10.98%. Currently, Waste Management has a market capitalization of $94.16 billion. 
Buying $100 In WM: If an investor had bought $100 of WM stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $801.88 today based on a price of $233.99 for WM at the time of writing.
<h3>Waste Management's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1749586515_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$100 Invested In This Stock 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Ratings for Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) were provided by 9 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Waste Management and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $255.56, accompanied by a high estimate of $277.00 and a low estimate of $229.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 8.63% from the previous average price target of $235.25.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1749492043_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Waste Management is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Rob Wertheimer</td>
<td>Melius Research</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$263.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tami Zakaria</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$277.00</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bryan Burgmeier</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$271.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sabahat Khan</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$229.00</td>
<td>$227.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Manthey</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Windham</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wesley Brooks</td>
<td>HSBC</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Windham</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Konark Gupta</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Waste Management. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Waste Management compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Waste Management's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Waste Management's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Waste Management</h2>
WM ranks as the largest integrated provider of traditional solid waste services in the United States, operating 263 active landfills and about 332 transfer stations. The company serves residential, commercial, industrial, and medical end markets and is also a leading recycler in North America.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Waste Management's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With an elevated market capitalization, the company stands out above industry averages, showcasing substantial size and market acknowledgment.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Waste Management's financials over 3M reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 16.65% as of 31 March, 2025, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Waste Management's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 10.58% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Waste Management's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 7.54% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Waste Management's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.43%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Waste Management's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 2.76. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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Where Waste Management Stands With Analysts

Melius Research analyst Rob Wertheimer initiates coverage on Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $263.

Initiation

Melius Research Initiates Coverage On Waste Management with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $263

Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 3.33% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 16.51%. Currently, Waste Management has a market capitalization of $97.51 billion. 
Buying $100 In WM: If an investor had bought $100 of WM stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $210.42 today based on a price of $242.31 for WM at the time of writing.
<h3>Waste Management's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1749070812_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$100 Invested In This Stock 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Industrials sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>BA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$33.0K</td>
<td>12.0K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FLR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$42.50</td>
<td>$32.7K</td>
<td>6.5K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EOSE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$33.0K</td>
<td>35.1K</td>
<td>1.6K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMTM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$17.50</td>
<td>$39.5K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>UBER</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$210.0K</td>
<td>3.2K</td>
<td>900</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CSX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$32.50</td>
<td>$56.0K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td>627</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LUNR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$11.00</td>
<td>$28.8K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
<td>487</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$96.0K</td>
<td>281</td>
<td>308</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$98.0K</td>
<td>412</td>
<td>199</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AVAV</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$142.8K</td>
<td>1</td>
<td>157</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For BA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 17 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $220.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $33.0K, with a price of $330.0 per contract. There were 12059 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2711 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding FLR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLR#NYSE">FLR</a>), we observe a call option trade with neutral sentiment. It expires in 17 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 149 contract(s) at a $42.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.7K, with a price of $220.0 per contract. There were 6594 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2479 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For EOSE (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EOSE#NASDAQ">EOSE</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 227 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 1000 contract(s) at a $10.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 15 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $33.0K, with a price of $33.0 per contract. There were 35195 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1649 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMTM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMTM#NYSE">AMTM</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 45 day(s) on July 18, 2025. Parties traded 989 contract(s) at a $17.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $39.5K, with a price of $40.0 per contract. There were 2198 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1142 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For UBER (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 45 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 750 contract(s) at a $80.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $210.0K, with a price of $280.0 per contract. There were 3290 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 900 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CSX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSX#NASDAQ">CSX</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 227 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $32.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 15 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $56.0K, with a price of $280.0 per contract. There were 2545 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 627 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LUNR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUNR#NASDAQ">LUNR</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 17 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 400 contract(s) at a $11.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.8K, with a price of $72.0 per contract. There were 1712 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 487 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding WM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 17 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 300 contract(s) at a $240.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $96.0K, with a price of $320.0 per contract. There were 281 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 308 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For LMT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 73 day(s) on August 15, 2025. This event was a transfer of 70 contract(s) at a $500.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 4 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $98.0K, with a price of $1400.0 per contract. There were 412 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 199 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AVAV (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVAV#NASDAQ">AVAV</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 108 day(s) on September 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 157 contract(s) at a $230.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 42 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $142.8K, with a price of $910.0 per contract. There were 1 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 157 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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10 Industrials Stocks Whale Activity In Today's Session

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Wolfe Research analyst Andrew Rosivach upgraded the rating for Newmark Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NMRK#NASDAQ">NMRK</a>) from Peer Perform to Outperform. Newmark Group shares closed at $10.46 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/nmrk/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Redburn Atlantic analyst Jamie Clark upgraded Charles River Laboratories International, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRL#NYSE">CRL</a>) from Neutral to Buy but lowered the price target from $188 to $182. Charles River shares closed at $135.60 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/crl/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan analyst Tami Zakaria upgraded the rating for Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) from Neutral to Overweight and raised the price target from $225 to $277. Waste Management shares closed at $233.32 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/wm/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Wells Fargo analyst Gabe Hajde upgraded Sonoco Products Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SON#NYSE">SON</a>) from Underweight to Overweight and raised the price target from $45 to $55. Sonoco Prods shares closed at $45.11 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/son/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Piper Sandler analyst Alexander Goldfarb upgraded the rating for The Macerich Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAC#NYSE">MAC</a>) from Underweight to Neutral and maintained the price target of $16. Macerich shares closed at $15.22 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/mac/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
</ul>
Considering buying WM stock? Here&#8217;s what analysts think: 
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Upgrades

NMRK

This Waste Management Analyst Turns Bullish; Here Are Top 5 Upgrades For Friday

During the last three months, 9 analysts shared their evaluations of Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $253.78, a high estimate of $277.00, and a low estimate of $229.00. Observing a 8.3% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $234.33. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1748005224_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Waste Management. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Tami Zakaria</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$277.00</td>
<td>$225.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bryan Burgmeier</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$271.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sabahat Khan</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$229.00</td>
<td>$227.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Manthey</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Windham</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wesley Brooks</td>
<td>HSBC</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Windham</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$240.00</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Konark Gupta</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kevin Chiang</td>
<td>CIBC</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$247.00</td>
<td>$227.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Waste Management. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Waste Management compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Waste Management's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Waste Management's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WM/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on Waste Management analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Waste Management</h2>
WM ranks as the largest integrated provider of traditional solid waste services in the United States, operating 263 active landfills and about 332 transfer stations. The company serves residential, commercial, industrial, and medical end markets and is also a leading recycler in North America.
<h3>Waste Management: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization surpasses industry averages, showcasing a dominant size relative to peers and suggesting a strong market position.
Revenue Growth: Waste Management's remarkable performance in 3M is evident. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 16.65%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Waste Management's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 10.58% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Waste Management's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 7.54% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Waste Management's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 1.43%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 2.76, Waste Management faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
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Breaking Down Waste Management: 9 Analysts Share Their Views

JP Morgan analyst Tami Zakaria upgrades Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) from Neutral to Overweight and raises the price target from $225 to $277.

JP Morgan Upgrades Waste Management to Overweight, Raises Price Target to $277

Waste Management (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 3.69% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 18.25%. Currently, Waste Management has a market capitalization of $94.54 billion. 
Buying $1000 In WM: If an investor had bought $1000 of WM stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,312.40 today based on a price of $234.94 for WM at the time of writing.
<h3>Waste Management's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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If You Invested $1000 In This Stock 5 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today

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Waste Management Appoints John Morris As President

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Seaport Global analyst John Mazzoni initiated coverage on Waste Management, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WM#NYSE">WM</a>) with a Neutral rating. Waste Management shares closed at $234.07 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WM/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Chardan Capital analyst Rudy Li initiated coverage on Praxis Precision Medicines, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRAX#NASDAQ">PRAX</a>) with a Buy rating and announced a price target of $80. Praxis Precision Medicine shares closed at $35.17 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PRAX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Seaport Global analyst John Mazzoni initiated coverage on Waste Connections, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WCN#NYSE">WCN</a>) with a Buy rating and announced a price target of $220. Waste Connections shares closed at $198.38 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WCN/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Chardan Capital analyst Rudy Li initiated coverage on Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XENE#NASDAQ">XENE</a>) with a Buy rating and announced a price target of $55. Xenon Pharmaceuticals shares closed at $35.18 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/XENE/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Seaport Global analyst John Mazzoni initiated coverage on Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RSG#NYSE">RSG</a>) with a Buy rating and announced a price target of $270. Republic Services shares closed at $250.85 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/RSG/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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