Waste Management Inc
NYSE:WM

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Waste Management Inc
NYSE:WM
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Price: 204.02 USD -0.49% Market Closed
Market Cap: 81.9B USD
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Operating Margin
Waste Management Inc

19.8%
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
19.8%
=
Operating Profit
4.2B
/
Revenue
21.4B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country US
Market Cap 81.9B USD
Operating Margin
20%
Country US
Market Cap 63.6B USD
Operating Margin
20%
Country CA
Market Cap 63.7B CAD
Operating Margin
20%
Country US
Market Cap 25.5B USD
Operating Margin
23%
Country US
Market Cap 22.6B USD
Operating Margin
20%
Country CA
Market Cap 25.3B CAD
Operating Margin
5%
Country UK
Market Cap 10B GBP
Operating Margin
13%
Country US
Market Cap 12.4B USD
Operating Margin
12%
Country US
Market Cap 10.7B USD
Operating Margin
12%
Country US
Market Cap 6.7B USD
Operating Margin
8%
Country US
Market Cap 6.7B USD
Operating Margin
7%
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Waste Management Inc
Glance View

Market Cap
81.9B USD
Industry
Commercial Services & Supplies
Economic Moat
None

Waste Management Inc., a stalwart of the waste and environmental services industry, operates in a manner akin to custodians of our modern civilization. Founded in 1968, Waste Management has become the largest waste disposal and recycling company in North America, tackling the formidable task of managing society's growing trash output. Their operations span from collection and disposal to recycling, all intricately tailored to promote a sustainable future. By strategically positioning an expansive network of landfills, transfer stations, and recycling processing facilities, the company ensures that waste is not only disposed of safely but repurposed wherever possible. Through partnerships with local governments and businesses, Waste Management provides tailored solutions that align with environmental regulations and community needs, thereby cementing its crucial role in waste mitigation and sustainability efforts. The economic engine of Waste Management revs on multiple fronts. Its primary revenue streams stem from waste collection, landfill operations, and recycling services. By charging customers for collection services and tipping fees for landfill use, Waste Management capitalizes on its ability to efficiently manage the journey of waste from curbside to final disposal. Furthermore, as recycling has gained momentum, the company has expanded its focus on recovering valuable materials, selling recycled commodities, and embracing renewable energy initiatives. This multi-faceted approach not only mitigates the environmental impacts of waste but also enhances profitability by tapping into the circular economy. Thus, Waste Management navigates the intersection of environmental responsibility and financial performance, striving to transform waste into a resource while ensuring steady returns for its stakeholders.

WM Intrinsic Value
182.56 USD
Overvaluation 11%
Intrinsic Value
Price
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
19.8%
=
Operating Profit
4.2B
/
Revenue
21.4B
What is the Operating Margin of Waste Management Inc?

Based on Waste Management Inc's most recent financial statements, the company has Operating Margin of 19.8%.