WM Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WM - Waste Management, Inc.
$226.55
0.22 (0.10%)
▲
5d:
-5.11%
30d:
+1.1%
90d:
-2.58%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: WM shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: WM shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$341.85
Based on 8.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$212.26
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WM is currently trading at $226.55, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $224.14 to $238.39. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 24.8) is in line with its historical norms (25.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 8.3% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WM is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $224.00. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $260.64 (+15.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WM is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $224.00. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $260.64 (+15.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$224.14 -
$238.39
Company Quality Score
44/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
77.1%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($260.64)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -5.1% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$224.14 -
$238.39
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$224.00
Resistance Level
$243.61
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
24.75
Wall Street Target
$260.64
(+15.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
8.3%
Profit Margin
11.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
24.8 vs 25.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$225.87
(0%)
2-Year Target
$225.19
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$224.52
(-1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 25→25)
$226.81
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 24.7, Growth: 12.8%)
$325.01
(+44%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.7, Growth: 12.8%)
$272.25
(+20%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.6, Growth: 12.8%)
$231.41
(+2%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (29x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (25x PE) as earnings recover.
Forward PE: 28.65 | Forward EPS (Implied): $7.91
Bull Case
$273.56
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 30.1
Base Case
$226.55
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 28.7
Bear Case
$173.31
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 25.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 24.7 to 25.0
Stabilization Target:
$228.86
(+1.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.0%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
18
Sells
Net
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