Waste Management — Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary

Waste Management reported third-quarter 2026 revenue of $6.846 billion, representing a 6.3% increase from the prior year period. The company generated $820 million in net income and $2.071 billion in operating EBITDA, while returning $957 million to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends. Healthcare Solutions revenue grew 3.7% with operating EBITDA increasing by more than 30%, driven by cost management and pricing growth. The company affirmed its full-year 2026 guidance, projecting revenue at the high end of the range and free cash flow at the high end of its target range.