Waste Connections Inc
NYSE:WCN

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Waste Connections Inc
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Price: 174.28 USD 0.09% Market Closed
Market Cap: 45B USD
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Operating Margin
Waste Connections Inc

19.6%
Current
18%
Average
5.7%
Industry

Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.

Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.

Operating Margin
19.6%
=
Operating Profit
1.7B
/
Revenue
8.7B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country CA
Market Cap 64.6B CAD
Operating Margin
20%
Country US
Market Cap 82.6B USD
Operating Margin
20%
Country US
Market Cap 63.8B USD
Operating Margin
20%
Country US
Market Cap 25.8B USD
Operating Margin
23%
Country US
Market Cap 22.7B USD
Operating Margin
20%
Country CA
Market Cap 25.4B CAD
Operating Margin
5%
Country US
Market Cap 12.4B USD
Operating Margin
12%
Country UK
Market Cap 10.1B GBP
Operating Margin
13%
Country US
Market Cap 10.8B USD
Operating Margin
12%
Country US
Market Cap 6.7B USD
Operating Margin
7%
Country US
Market Cap 6.7B USD
Operating Margin
8%
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Waste Connections Inc
Glance View

Market Cap
45B USD
Industry
Commercial Services & Supplies
Economic Moat
None

In the realm of waste management, where efficiency and sustainability meet, Waste Connections Inc. stands out with its robust business model and strategic positioning. Founded in 1997, this North American waste services company has grown through a blend of organic growth and strategic acquisitions. It predominantly operates in secondary markets—those midsize cities and rural areas often overlooked by larger competitors. This shrewd focus allows Waste Connections to minimize competition while maximizing market penetration. By offering comprehensive waste management services, which include collection, transfer, disposal, and recycling, the company ensures a steady stream of revenue, bolstered by long-term contracts with municipalities and commercial customers. The company is not merely a passive player in the waste industry; it's an essential cog in the wheel, transforming refuse into resources. Revenue generation for Waste Connections is further fortified by its vertical integration. By owning the entire chain of operations from pick-up to processing, the company efficiently controls costs and enhances service quality. This control not only ensures better margins but also fosters customer loyalty by providing reliable and tailored waste solutions. Moreover, Waste Connections is committed to environmental stewardship, investing in technology to optimize landfill gas capture and advancing efforts in recycling and renewable energy initiatives, which positions the company favorably in an era focused on sustainability. The blend of strategic location focus, vertical integration, and environmental initiatives underscores Waste Connections Inc.'s narrative as a pragmatic industry leader that balances business acumen with environmental responsibility to maintain its growth trajectory.

WCN Intrinsic Value
131.68 USD
Overvaluation 24%
Intrinsic Value
Price

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What is Operating Margin?

Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.

Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.

Operating Margin
19.6%
=
Operating Profit
1.7B
/
Revenue
8.7B
What is the Operating Margin of Waste Connections Inc?

Based on Waste Connections Inc's most recent financial statements, the company has Operating Margin of 19.6%.