WM Q1 2026 revenue rises 3.5% to $6.2 billion; diluted EPS $1.79 vs. $1.58
WM reported first-quarter 2026 revenue of $6.227 billion, up from $6.018 billion a year earlier, and diluted EPS of $1.79 versus $1.58. The company said it reaffirmed its full-year 2026 financial outlook, and free cash flow rose to $920 million from $475 million, which shareholders received through $729 million in dividends and buybacks.
Key points
- Revenue $6.227 billion vs. $6.018 billion, up 3.5%, with core price up 6.3%
- Diluted EPS $1.79 vs. $1.58; adjusted diluted EPS $1.81 vs. $1.67
- Free cash flow $920 million vs. $475 million; $729 million returned to shareholders, including $385 million in dividends and $344 million in share repurchases
- Full-year 2026 financial outlook reaffirmed; results webcast set for April 29, 2026 at 10 a.m. ET
The filing
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