Waste Connections Soars 10% on Raised 2026 Outlook After “Another Top to Bottom Beat”

Waste Connections Inc. (WCN) stock rose 10% after Q3 earnings beat estimates, with adjusted EPS of $1.58 and revenue of $2.64B. The company raised its 2026 revenue outlook and increased its dividend by 10%. Analysts maintained bullish ratings despite cutting price targets, citing strong margins and cash flow.

Waste Connections (WCN) shares rose after Q3 revenue grew 7% to $2.6B. EPS of $1.58 beat estimates. The company raised its full-year forecast and increased its dividend by 10%. Acquisitions and pricing power drove growth, offsetting higher fuel costs.

Waste Connections (WCN) shares rose 9.6% after Q3 2026 results beat expectations, with revenue of $2.638B, net income of $359.2M, and adjusted EBITDA of $895.8M. The company raised its full-year outlook and increased its quarterly dividend by 10%.

Waste Connections Inc. (WCN) stock rose 8.88% after Q3 earnings beat expectations, with revenue of $2.64B and EPS of $1.58. The company raised its full-year revenue guidance to $10.09B and increased its dividend by 10%. Analysts maintained positive ratings but lowered price targets, citing macro risks.

Waste Connections reported Q3 revenue of $2.64B, up 7.3% YoY, and net income of $359.2M, up 25.4% YoY. The company raised its 2026 outlook due to better commodity prices and acquisitions, despite high diesel costs affecting margins. CEO Ron Mittelstaedt highlighted operational improvements and benefits from new RNG facilities. CFO Mary Anne Whitney noted fuel surcharges and AI-driven pricing tools helped mitigate cost pressures.

Waste Connections (WCN) raised its quarterly dividend by 10% to $0.385 per share. The company reported $2.638 billion in Q3 revenue, with solid waste collection contributing $1.82 billion. Over 10 years, its share price rose 266%. The dividend yield is 0.9%, and the company expects adjusted free cash flow of $1.40B-$1.45B for 2026.