$WCN

Waste Connections, Inc.

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UBS raises Waste Connections stock price target to $215 on valuation

UBS raised its price target for Waste Connections (WCN) to $215 from $200, citing increased peer multiples. The stock trades near its 52-week high after a 10% gain. WCN's Q3 2026 earnings beat estimates, and multiple analysts raised their price targets. The company also increased its full-year outlook.

High Liner, Kolibri, Kelt at 52-Week Highs

Several companies reached new 52-week highs. Act Energy (ACO.X) hit $9.03 after an acquisition deal with Emera. High Liner (HLF) reached $26.66 following an agreement with Umios. Kolibri (KEI) hit $10.18 after an operations update. Kelt (KEL) rose to $11.97 on drilling success. Ovintiv (OVV) reached $101.86 after a $1.26B acquisition. TD Bank (TD) hit $175.67, reporting strong segment revenues. Total Energy (TOT) reached $39.60 and announced a share buyback.

WCN sentiment & insider activity

Over the past 7 days, AlphAI's AI scored 24 news stories mentioning WCN (Waste Connections, Inc.). Coverage has skewed bullish: 20 bullish, 0 neutral, and 4 bearish.

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High Liner, Kolibri, Kelt at 52-Week Highs

Several companies reached new 52-week highs. Act Energy (ACO.X) hit $9.03 after an acquisition deal with Emera. High Liner (HLF) reached $26.66 following an agreement with Umios. Kolibri (KEI) hit $10.18 after an operations update. Kelt (KEL) rose to $11.97 on drilling success. Ovintiv (OVV) reached $101.86 after a $1.26B acquisition. TD Bank (TD) hit $175.67, reporting strong segment revenues. Total Energy (TOT) reached $39.60 and announced a share buyback.

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WCN Q3 deep dive: margin expansion and sustainability initiatives drive optimism for 2027

Waste Connections (WCN) reported Q3 revenue of $2.64B, beating estimates by 1.2%, and adjusted EPS of $1.58, beating by 3.9%. The company raised its full-year revenue guidance to $10.09B. Operating margin expanded to 20.5% from 17.9% YoY. Management highlighted margin expansion from pricing discipline, landfill volume recovery, and sustainability investments, including RNG facilities. The board approved a 10% dividend increase and $1B in share repurchases.

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BMO raises Waste Connections stock price target on growth outlook

BMO Capital increased its price target for Waste Connections Inc. (WCN) to $206, citing growth prospects and recent stock performance. The company's Q3 earnings beat estimates, with revenue at $2.63B and EPS at $1.58. WCN raised its full-year outlook, and Scotiabank also upgraded its target to $201. The stock trades near its 52-week high at $185.91.

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Scotiabank raises Waste Connections stock price target on Q3 results

Scotiabank raised its price target on Waste Connections (WCN) to $201 from $193, citing strong Q3 results and raised guidance. The firm increased its EV/EBITDA multiple to 15.0x for 2028. WCN's stock surged over 10% in the past week, trading near its 52-week high. Q3 earnings beat expectations with $1.58 EPS and $2.63B revenue. The company also raised its full-year outlook.

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