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| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| symbol | WCN |
| name | Waste Connections, Inc. |
| price | 183.73 |
| changes percentage | -2.01 |
| change | -3.77 |
| day low | 182.82 |
| day high | 188.05 |
| year high | 188.30 |
| year low | 130.33 |
| market cap | 47413914990 |
| price avg 50 | 180.84 |
| price avg 200 | 173.39 |
| exchange | NYSE |
| volume | 812721 |
| avg volume | 829721 |
| open | 187.27 |
| previous close | 187.50 |
| eps | 3.64 |
| pe | 50.48 |
| earnings announcement | 2025-02-11T05:00:00.000+0000 |
| shares outstanding | 258063000 |
| timestamp | 2024-11-14 21:00:02 |
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| 2023 | 2022 | Y/Y change % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0001318220 | |||
| revenue | 8021951000 | 7211859000 | 11.23 |
| gross profit | 3277438000 | 2875847000 | 13.96 |
| gross profit ratio | 0.41 | 0.4 | 2.46 |
| research and development expenses | 0 | 0 | NaN |
| operating expenses | 2041126000 | 1615427000 | 26.35 |
| interest income | 9350000 | 5950000 | 57.14 |
| interest expense | 274642000 | 202331000 | 35.74 |
| ebitda | 2345455000 | 2090554149 | 12.19 |
| ebitdaratio | 0.29 | 0.3 | -3.65 |
| operating income | 1236312000 | 1242190000 | -0.47 |
| operating income ratio | 0.15 | 0.17 | -10.52 |
| net income | 762800000 | 835662000 | -8.72 |
| net income ratio | 0.1 | 0.12 | -17.94 |
| eps | 2.96 | 3.12 | -5.13 |
Revenue Growth: revenue increased to 8,022 million in 2023 from 7,212 million in 2022 representing a change of 11.23%. This indicates a sales growth, which is a positive sign for the company.
Gross Profit: Gross Profit increased to 3,277 million in 2023 from 2,876 million in 2022 representing a change of 13.96%. This indicates a sales profitability growth, which is a positive sign for the company.
EBITDA: EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization) increased to 2,345 million in 2023 from 2,091 million in 2022 representing a change of 12.19%. The increase in EBITDA indicates improved operational efficiency and profitability.
Operating Expenses: Operating Expenses increased to 2,041 million in 2023 from 1,615 million in 2022 representing a change of 26.35%. The increase in operating expenses can be attributed to various factors such as marketing, administrative costs, and investments in infrastructure. It's important to monitor if these expenses are growing at a sustainable rate compared to revenue.
Operating Income: Operating income decreased to 1,236 million in 2023 from 1,242 million in 2022 representing a change of -0.47%. The decrease in operating income indicates worse operational performance and decreased profitability.
Net Income: Net income decreased to 763 million in 2023 from 836 million in 2022 representing a change of -8.72%. The decrease in net income shows worsen profitability and indicates that the company is generating less profit for each dollar of revenue.
Earnings per Share (EPS): EPS increased to 2.96 in 2023 from 2.96 in 2022 representing a change of -5.13%. This indicates that the company's earnings are decreasing and it is becoming less profitable on a per-share basis.
| 2024Q3 | 2024Q2 | Q/Q change % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0001318220 | |||
| revenue | 2338488000 | 2247702349 | 4.04 |
| gross profit | 994409000 | 661606526 | 50.30 |
| gross profit ratio | 0.43 | 0.29 | 44.47 |
| research and development expenses | 0 | 0 | NaN |
| operating expenses | 516169000 | 221736260 | 132.79 |
| interest income | 3331000 | 4009000 | -16.91 |
| interest expense | 83520000 | 82377000 | 1.39 |
| ebitda | 777997304 | 718145865 | 8.33 |
| ebitdaratio | 0.33 | 0.32 | 3.12 |
| operating income | 475343000 | 439870264 | 8.06 |
| operating income ratio | 0.2 | 0.2 | 3.87 |
| net income | 308046000 | 275477000 | 11.82 |
| net income ratio | 0.13 | 0.12 | 7.48 |
| eps | 1.19 | 1.07 | 11.21 |
Revenue Growth: revenue increased to 2,338 million in 2024Q3 from 2,248 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 4.04%. This indicates a sales growth, which is a positive sign for the company.
Gross Profit: Gross Profit increased to 994 million in 2024Q3 from 662 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 50.3%. This indicates a sales profitability growth, which is a positive sign for the company.
EBITDA: EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization) increased to 778 million in 2024Q3 from 718 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 8.33%. The increase in EBITDA indicates improved operational efficiency and profitability.
Operating Income: Operating income increased to 475 million in 2024Q3 from 440 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 8.06%. The increase in operating income indicates better operational performance and increased profitability.
Net Income: Net income increased to 308 million in 2024Q3 from 275 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 11.82%. The increase in net income shows improved profitability and indicates that the company is generating more profit for each dollar of revenue.
Earnings per Share (EPS): EPS increased to 1.19 in 2024Q3 from 1.19 in 2024Q2 representing a change of 11.21%. This indicates that the company's earnings are increasing and it is becoming more profitable on a per-share basis.
Operating Expenses: Operating Expenses increased to 516 million in 2024Q3 from 222 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 132.79%. The increase in operating expenses can be attributed to various factors such as marketing, administrative costs, and investments in infrastructure. It's important to monitor if these expenses are growing at a sustainable rate compared to revenue.
| 2023 | 2022 | Y/Y change % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0001318220 | |||
| total assets | 17915876000 | 17134603000 | 4.56 |
| total liabilities | 10218095000 | 10020959000 | 1.97 |
| total equity | 7697781000 | 7113644000 | 8.21 |
| cash and cash equivalents | 78399000 | 78637000 | -0.30 |
| short term investments | 15842000 | 17906000 | -11.53 |
| long term investments | 6945000 | 170748550 | -95.93 |
| total current assets | 1141785000 | 1117645000 | 2.16 |
| total non current assets | 16774091000 | 16016958000 | 4.73 |
| total current liabilities | 1687932000 | 1512643000 | 11.59 |
| total non current liabilities | 8530163000 | 8508316000 | 0.26 |
| common stock | 3276661000 | 3271958000 | 0.14 |
| retained earnings | 4141690000 | 3649494000 | 13.49 |
| total debt | 7022206000 | 7097540000 | -1.06 |
Total Assets: Total Assets increased to 17,916 million in 2023 from 17,135 million in 2022 representing a change of 4.56%. Suggesting a growth in asset holdings.
Total Equity: Total Equity increased to 7,698 million in 2023 from 7,114 million in 2022 representing a change of 8.21%. This indicates an increase in shareholders' equity.
Total Current Assets: Total Current Assets increased to 1,142 million in 2023 from 1,118 million in 2022 representing a change of 2.16%. This indicates a better liquidity position.
Common Stock: Common Stock increased to 3,277 in 2023 from 3,272 in 2022 representing a change of 0.14%. This indicates an increase in ownership interest.
Retained Earnings: Retained Earnings increased to 4,142 million in 2023 from 3,649 million in 2022 representing a change of 13.49%. This indicates an accumulated profits.
Total Debt: Total Debt decreased to 7,022 million in 2023 from 7,098 million in 2022 representing a change of -1.06%. This indicates a reduction in overall debt burden.
Total Liabilities: Total Liabilities increased to 10,218 million in 2023 from 10,021 million in 2022 representing a change of 1.97%. This indicates an increase in overall liabilities.
Cash And Cash Equivalents: Cash And Cash Equivalents decreased to 78 million in 2023 from 79 million in 2022 representing a change of -0.3%. This indicates a decrease in available liquid assets.
Short Term Investments: Short Term Investments decreased to 16 million in 2023 from 18 million in 2022 representing a change of -11.53%. This indicates a decrease in short-term investment holdings.
Total Current Liabilities: Total Current Liabilities increased to 1,688 million in 2023 from 1,513 million in 2022 representing a change of 11.59%. This indicates a higher short-term debt burden.
| 2024Q3 | 2024Q2 | Q/Q change % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0001318220 | |||
| total assets | 20095364000 | 19298695334 | 4.13 |
| total liabilities | 11833909000 | 11316648113 | 4.57 |
| total equity | 8261455000 | 7982047221 | 3.50 |
| cash and cash equivalents | 115265000 | 78646464 | 46.56 |
| short term investments | 0 | 18473000 | -100.00 |
| long term investments | 202377655 | 214980467 | -5.86 |
| total current assets | 1355132000 | 1235525777 | 9.68 |
| total non current assets | 18740232000 | 18063169557 | 3.75 |
| total current liabilities | 1754033000 | 1770206352 | -0.91 |
| total non current liabilities | 10079876000 | 9546441761 | 5.59 |
| common stock | 3282345000 | 3278649099 | 0.11 |
| retained earnings | 4734014000 | 4499291059 | 5.22 |
| total debt | 8483576000 | 8030028183 | 5.65 |
Total Assets: Total Assets increased to 20,095 million in 2024Q3 from 19,299 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 4.13%. Suggesting a growth in asset holdings.
Total Equity: Total Equity increased to 8,261 million in 2024Q3 from 7,982 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 3.5%. This indicates an increase in shareholders' equity.
Cash And Cash Equivalents: Cash And Cash Equivalents increased to 115 million in 2024Q3 from 79 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 46.56%. This indicates an increase in available liquid assets.
Total Current Assets: Total Current Assets increased to 1,355 million in 2024Q3 from 1,236 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 9.68%. This indicates a better liquidity position.
Total Current Liabilities: Total Current Liabilities decreased to 1,754 million in 2024Q3 from 1,770 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of -0.91%. This indicates a lower short-term debt burden.
Common Stock: Common Stock increased to 3,282 in 2024Q3 from 3,279 in 2024Q2 representing a change of 0.11%. This indicates an increase in ownership interest.
Retained Earnings: Retained Earnings increased to 4,734 million in 2024Q3 from 4,499 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 5.22%. This indicates an accumulated profits.
Total Liabilities: Total Liabilities increased to 11,834 million in 2024Q3 from 11,317 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 4.57%. This indicates an increase in overall liabilities.
Short Term Investments: Short Term Investments decreased to 0 million in 2024Q3 from 18 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of -100.0%. This indicates a decrease in short-term investment holdings.
Total Debt: Total Debt increased to 8,484 million in 2024Q3 from 8,030 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 5.65%. This indicates an increase in overall debt burden.
| 2023 | 2022 | Y/Y change % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0001318220 | |||
| net change in cash | -603460 | -38251000 | 98.42 |
| operating cash flow | 2165820303 | 2022492000 | 7.09 |
| free cash flow | 1214691850 | 1109815000 | 9.45 |
| capital expenditure | -951128453 | -912677000 | -4.21 |
| depreciation and amortization | 1021608701 | 918960000 | 11.17 |
| deferred income tax | 6445066 | 93481000 | -93.11 |
| stock based compensation | 70436000 | 63485000 | 10.95 |
| accounts payables | 32919838 | 192850000 | -82.93 |
| inventory | 0 | 0 | NaN |
| acquisitions net | -676793000 | -2206901000 | 69.33 |
| investments in property plant and equipment | -934000000 | -912677000 | -2.34 |
| net cash used for investing activites | -1581079000 | -3087171000 | 48.79 |
| debt repayment | -233387999 | 1742161000 | -113.40 |
| common stock issued | 794000 | 660000 | 20.30 |
| common stock repurchased | 0 | -424999000 | 100.00 |
| dividends paid | -243013000 | -233384173 | -4.13 |
| net cash used provided by financing activities | -554388742 | 1028463000 | -153.90 |
| cash at end of period | 77997887 | 181364000 | -56.99 |
| accounts receivables | -21008329 | -100546000 | 79.11 |
| cash at beginning of period | 78601347 | 219615000 | -64.21 |
Net Change in Cash: Net Change in Cash increased to -1 million in 2023 from -38 million in 2022 representing a change of 98.42%. Indicating an increased ability to generate cash from the company's operations or its cash flow position.
Operating Cash Flow: Operating Cash Flow increased to 2,166 million in 2023 from 2,022 million in 2022 representing a change of 7.09%. This indicates that the company generated more cash from its core business operations.
Free Cash Flow: Free Cash Flow increased to 1,215 million in 2023 from 1,110 million in 2022 representing a change of 9.45%. This indicates an increase in cash generated after accounting for capital expenditures.
Capital Expenditure: Capital Expenditure decreased to -951 million in 2023 from -913 million in 2022 representing a change of -4.21%. This indicates a possible improved efficiency or a shift in the company's strategic priorities.
Accounts Payables: The absolute value of Accounts Payables decreased to 33 million in 2023 from 193 million in 2022 representing a change of -82.93%. This indicates that the company has reduced its outstanding obligations to its suppliers.
Stock-Based Compensation: Stock-Based Compensation increased to 70 million in 2023 from 63 million in 2022 representing a change of 10.95%. This indicates increased expenses, which is generally considered a negative sign from a financial perspective.
Accounts Receivables: Accounts Receivables increased to -21 in 2023 from -101 million in 2022 representing a change of 79.11%. This suggests that the company is less capable of collecting payments from its customers.
Dividends Paid: Dividends Paid decreased to -243 million in 2023 from -233 million in 2022 representing a change of -4.13%. This indicates a weaker financial position, less confidence in future prospects, and a reluctance to return value to shareholders.
| 2024Q3 | 2024Q2 | Q/Q change % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0001318220 | |||
| operating cash flow | 558311000 | 610505441 | -8.55 |
| free cash flow | 286179000 | 393627502 | -27.30 |
| capital expenditure | -272132000 | -216877939 | -25.48 |
| depreciation and amortization | 293642000 | 285294150 | 2.93 |
| deferred income tax | 33678000 | 17293660 | 94.74 |
| stock based compensation | 20416000 | 18861000 | 8.24 |
| accounts receivables | 0 | 0 | NaN |
| accounts payables | 0 | 0 | NaN |
| inventory | 0 | 0 | NaN |
| acquisitions net | -613044283 | -247053602 | -148.14 |
| investments in property plant and equipment | 0 | -216877939 | 100.00 |
| net cash used for investing activites | -851271291 | -465921268 | -82.71 |
| debt repayment | 426105614 | -96440000 | 541.83 |
| common stock issued | 912000 | 0 | NaN |
| common stock repurchased | 0 | -414000 | 100.00 |
| dividends paid | -73982000 | -73698441 | -0.38 |
| net cash used provided by financing activities | 338476000 | -168897298 | 300.40 |
| net change in cash | 159861536 | -33223096 | 581.18 |
| cash at end of period | 238508000 | 78646464 | 203.27 |
| cash at beginning of period | 192406000 | 111869560 | 71.99 |
Net Change in Cash: Net Change in Cash increased to 160 million in 2024Q3 from -33 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 581.18%. Indicating an increased ability to generate cash from the company's operations or its cash flow position.
Capital Expenditure: Capital Expenditure decreased to -272 million in 2024Q3 from -217 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of -25.48%. This indicates a possible improved efficiency or a shift in the company's strategic priorities.
Operating Cash Flow: Operating Cash Flow decreased to 558 million in 2024Q3 from 611 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of -8.55%. This indicates that the company generated less cash from its core business operations.
Free Cash Flow: Free Cash Flow decreased to 286 million in 2024Q3 from 394 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of -27.3%. This indicates a decrease in cash generated after accounting for capital expenditures.
Deferred Income Tax: Deferred Income Tax increased to 34 million in 2024Q3 from 17 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 94.74%. This indicates that the company's tax liability for future periods has increased.
Stock-Based Compensation: Stock-Based Compensation increased to 20 million in 2024Q3 from 19 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of 8.24%. This indicates increased expenses, which is generally considered a negative sign from a financial perspective.
Dividends Paid: Dividends Paid decreased to -74 million in 2024Q3 from -74 million in 2024Q2 representing a change of -0.38%. This indicates a weaker financial position, less confidence in future prospects, and a reluctance to return value to shareholders.
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| 2023-12-31 | 2022-12-31 | Y/Y change % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY | |||
| calendar year | 2023 | 2022 | NaN |
| revenue per share | 31.15 | 28.02 | 11.16 |
| net income per share | 2.96 | 3.25 | -8.78 |
| operating cash flow per share | 8.41 | 7.86 | 7.02 |
| free cash flow per share | 4.72 | 4.31 | 9.38 |
| cash per share | 0.37 | 0.38 | -2.45 |
| book value per share | 29.89 | 27.64 | 8.14 |
| tangible book value per share | -5.09 | -5.68 | 10.48 |
| shareholders equity per share | 29.87 | 27.62 | 8.15 |
| interest debt per share | 27.33 | 27.58 | -0.93 |
| market cap | 38444657025.83 | 34118767099.68 | 12.68 |
| enterprise value | 45388464025.83 | 41137670099.68 | 10.33 |
| pe ratio | 50.4 | 40.83 | 23.44 |
| price to sales ratio | 4.79 | 4.73 | 1.30 |
| pocfratio | 17.75 | 16.87 | 5.22 |
| pfcf ratio | 31.65 | 30.74 | 2.95 |
| pb ratio | 5.0 | 4.8 | 4.12 |
| ptb ratio | 5.0 | 4.8 | 4.12 |
| ev to sales | 5.66 | 5.7 | -0.81 |
| enterprise value over ebitda | 19.35 | 19.68 | -1.66 |
| ev to operating cash flow | 20.96 | 20.34 | 3.03 |
| ev to free cash flow | 37.37 | 37.07 | 0.81 |
| earnings yield | 0.02 | 0.02 | -18.99 |
| free cash flow yield | 0.03 | 0.03 | -2.87 |
| debt to equity | 0.88 | 0.97 | -9.39 |
| debt to assets | 0.38 | 0.4 | -6.22 |
| net debt to ebitda | 2.96 | 3.36 | -11.82 |
| current ratio | 0.68 | 0.74 | -8.45 |
| interest coverage | 4.5 | 6.14 | -26.68 |
| income quality | 2.79 | 2.42 | 15.25 |
| dividend yield | 0.01 | 0.01 | -7.59 |
| payout ratio | 0.32 | 0.28 | 14.07 |
| sales general and administrative to revenue | 0.1 | 0.1 | -0.06 |
| research and ddevelopement to revenue | 0 | 0 | NaN |
| intangibles to total assets | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.45 |
| capex to operating cash flow | 0.44 | 0.45 | -2.68 |
| capex to revenue | 0.12 | 0.13 | -6.31 |
| capex to depreciation | 0.93 | 0.99 | -6.26 |
| stock based compensation to revenue | 0.01 | 0.01 | -0.26 |
| graham number | 44.61 | 44.92 | -0.68 |
| roic | 0.07 | 0.07 | -6.16 |
| return on tangible assets | 0.09 | 0.1 | -12.30 |
| graham net net | -36.69 | -36.02 | -1.86 |
| working capital | -546147000 | -394998000 | -38.27 |
| tangible asset value | -1310160000 | -1462570000 | 10.42 |
| net current asset value | -9076310000 | -8903314000 | -1.94 |
| invested capital | 15951907000 | 15324637000 | 4.09 |
| average receivables | 845407500 | 771738000 | 9.55 |
| average payables | 640591500 | 515798000 | 24.19 |
| average inventory | 58430500 | 49722500 | 17.51 |
| days sales outstanding | 38.99 | 42.2 | -7.61 |
| days payables outstanding | 49.42 | 53.77 | -8.08 |
| days of inventory on hand | 4.74 | 4.65 | 2.13 |
| receivables turnover | 9.36 | 8.65 | 8.24 |
| payables turnover | 7.38 | 6.79 | 8.79 |
| inventory turnover | 76.93 | 78.57 | -2.08 |
| roe | 0.1 | 0.12 | -15.65 |
| capex per share | 3.69 | 3.55 | 4.15 |
ROE:
PE Ratio: Price-to-Earnings (P/E) Ratio increased to 50.40 on 2023-12-31 from 40.83 on 2022-12-31, representing a change of 23.44%. Indicating an increase in the relative valuation of the company's stock.
Debt-to-Equity Ratio: Debt-to-Equity Ratio decreased to 0.88 on 2023-12-31 from 0.97 on 2022-12-31, representing a change of -9.39%. The debt-to-equity ratio has been decreasing, indicating that the company has been relying less on debt financing. A ratio of 1 or below is often considered healthy and indicates that the company's total debt is equal to or less than its total equity.
Current Ratio: Current Ratio decreased to 0.68 on 2023-12-31 from 0.74 on 2022-12-31, representing a change of -8.45%. The current ratio has been declining, suggesting a decrease in the company's short-term liquidity. Also, it's below 1, indicating potential liquidity issues.
| 2024-09-30 Q3 | 2024-06-30 Q2 | Q/Q change % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WCN | |||
| calendar year | 2024 | 2024 | NaN |
| revenue per share | 9.06 | 8.71 | 4.03 |
| net income per share | 1.19 | 1.07 | 11.81 |
| operating cash flow per share | 2.16 | 2.37 | -8.56 |
| free cash flow per share | 1.11 | 1.53 | -27.31 |
| cash per share | 0.45 | 0.38 | 18.67 |
| book value per share | 32.02 | 30.94 | 3.49 |
| tangible book value per share | -6.37 | -6.27 | -1.63 |
| shareholders equity per share | 32.02 | 30.94 | 3.49 |
| interest debt per share | 31.98 | 30.19 | 5.94 |
| market cap | 46139791060.02 | 44870334741.6 | 2.83 |
| enterprise value | 54508102060.02 | 52821716460.6 | 3.19 |
| pe ratio | 37.45 | 40.72 | -8.04 |
| price to sales ratio | 19.73 | 19.96 | -1.16 |
| pocfratio | 82.64 | 73.5 | 12.44 |
| pfcf ratio | 161.23 | 113.99 | 41.44 |
| pb ratio | 5.58 | 5.62 | -0.65 |
| ptb ratio | 5.58 | 5.62 | -0.65 |
| ev to sales | 23.31 | 23.5 | -0.81 |
| enterprise value over ebitda | 70.06 | 73.55 | -4.75 |
| ev to operating cash flow | 97.63 | 86.52 | 12.84 |
| ev to free cash flow | 190.47 | 134.19 | 41.94 |
| earnings yield | 0.01 | 0.01 | 8.75 |
| free cash flow yield | 0.01 | 0.01 | -29.30 |
| debt to equity | 0.99 | 0.97 | 2.41 |
| debt to assets | 0.41 | 0.4 | 1.79 |
| net debt to ebitda | 10.76 | 11.07 | -2.85 |
| current ratio | 0.77 | 0.7 | 10.69 |
| interest coverage | 5.69 | 5.34 | 6.59 |
| income quality | 1.81 | 2.22 | -18.24 |
| dividend yield | 0.0 | 0.0 | -2.38 |
| payout ratio | 0.24 | 0.27 | -10.23 |
| sales general and administrative to revenue | 0 | 0 | NaN |
| research and ddevelopement to revenue | 0 | 0 | NaN |
| intangibles to total assets | 0.49 | 0.5 | -0.90 |
| capex to operating cash flow | 0.49 | 0.36 | 37.21 |
| capex to revenue | 0.12 | 0.1 | 20.61 |
| capex to depreciation | 0.93 | 0.76 | 21.91 |
| stock based compensation to revenue | 0.01 | 0.01 | 4.04 |
| graham number | 29.33 | 27.26 | 7.57 |
| roic | 0.02 | 0.02 | 2.70 |
| return on tangible assets | 0.03 | 0.03 | 6.44 |
| graham net net | -42.54 | -40.73 | -4.44 |
| working capital | -398901000 | -534680575 | 25.39 |
| tangible asset value | -1644111000 | -1617531779 | -1.64 |
| net current asset value | -10478777000 | -10081122336 | -3.94 |
| invested capital | 18052544000 | 17256009981 | 4.62 |
| average receivables | 976194000 | 929087000 | 5.07 |
| average payables | 684721500 | 626510000 | 9.29 |
| average inventory | -9236500 | -18486500 | 50.04 |
| days sales outstanding | 38.14 | 38.5 | -0.94 |
| days payables outstanding | 47.29 | 37.63 | 25.68 |
| days of inventory on hand | 0 | -1.05 | 100.00 |
| receivables turnover | 2.36 | 2.34 | 0.95 |
| payables turnover | 1.9 | 2.39 | -20.43 |
| inventory turnover | 0 | -85.86 | 100.00 |
| roe | 0.04 | 0.03 | 8.04 |
| capex per share | 1.05 | 0.84 | 25.46 |
ROE: Return on Equity (ROE) increased to 0.04 on 2024-09-30 Q3 from 0.03 on 2024-06-30 Q2, representing a change of 8.04%. However, ROE is <= 5%, suggesting that the company has not been generating high returns for its shareholders.
PE Ratio: Price-to-Earnings (P/E) Ratio decreased to 37.45 on 2024-09-30 Q3 from 40.72 on 2024-06-30 Q2, representing a change of -8.04%. Indicating a decrease in the relative valuation of the company's stock.
Current Ratio: Current Ratio increased to 0.77 on 2024-09-30 Q3 from 0.70 on 2024-06-30 Q2, representing a change of 10.69%. The current ratio has been increasing, suggesting an increase in the company's short-term liquidity. However, it's below 1, indicating potential liquidity issues.
Debt-to-Equity Ratio: Debt-to-Equity Ratio increased to 0.99 on 2024-09-30 Q3 from 0.97 on 2024-06-30 Q2, representing a change of 2.41%. The debt-to-equity ratio has been increasing, indicating that the company has been relying more on debt financing. Higher leverage may increase financial risk. However, a ratio of 1 or below is often considered healthy and indicates that the company's total debt is equal to or less than its total equity.
Negative Sentiment: Discounted Cash Flow value is 108.25 which is lower than current price 183.73, indicates the company may be overvalued.
| Market Capitalization | Enterprise Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | The total market value of a company's outstanding shares | The total market value of a company, including its debt and other liabilities |
| Calculation | Current share price * Total number of outstanding shares | Market capitalization + Total debt - Cash and cash equivalents |
| Focus | Equity component of a company's value | Total economic value of a company |
| Usefulness | Assesses a company's size and growth potential based on investor sentiment | Provides a more comprehensive valuation that considers both equity and debt |
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Sentiment: Positive
Publish Date: 2024-10-31 13:17:46
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Sentiment: Neutral
Publish Date: 2024-10-28 12:51:27
WCN witnesses significant increases across its segments' revenues in the third quarter of 2024.
Sentiment: Neutral
Publish Date: 2024-10-24 16:05:00
TORONTO , Oct. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Waste Connections, Inc. (TSX/NYSE: WCN) ("Waste Connections" or the "Company") today released its 2024 Sustainability Report – Connecting with the Sustainable Future. The report demonstrates progress toward the Company's aspirational ESG targets and sustainability-related objectives.
Sentiment: Positive
Publish Date: 2024-10-24 15:04:04
Waste Connections, Inc. (NYSE:WCN ) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call October 24, 2024 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Ron Mittelstaedt - President & Chief Executive Officer Mary Anne Whitney - Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Kevin Chiang - CIBC Noah Kaye - Oppenheimer Adam Bubes - Goldman Sachs Tyler Brown - Raymond James Konark Gupta - Scotiabank Chris Murray - ATB Capital Markets James Schumm - TD Cowen Sabahat Khan - RBC Capital Markets Stephanie Yee - JPMorgan James Somerville - Eight Capital Brian Butler - Stifel Jasper Bibb - Truist Securities Operator Good day, and welcome to the Waste Connections Inc. Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call. [Operator Instructions] Please note, this event is being recorded.
Sentiment: Negative
Publish Date: 2024-10-24 13:02:39
Although the revenue and EPS for Waste Connections (WCN) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended September 2024, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.
Sentiment: Negative
Publish Date: 2024-10-23 18:21:10
Waste Connections (WCN) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.35 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.30 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.17 per share a year ago.
Sentiment: Positive
Publish Date: 2024-10-23 16:05:00
Better than expected third quarter results drive further increases to full year 2024 outlook Revenue of $2.338 billion, up 13.3% year over year Net income(a) of $308.0 million, and adjusted EBITDA(b) of $787.4 million, up 17.3% year over year Adjusted EBITDA(b) margin of 33.7%, up 120 basis points year over year Net income of $1.19 per share, and adjusted net income(b) of $1.35 per share Year to date net cash provided by operating activities of $1.660 billion and adjusted free cash flow(b) of $1.044 billion Increased regular quarterly dividend by 10.5% On pace for acquisitions totaling over $700 million in annualized revenue, with an estimated rollover revenue contribution in 2025 of approximately 2% Increased full year 2024 outlook to $8.9 billion of revenue, up $150 million from original outlook, with net income of $1.082 billion and adjusted EBITDA(b) of $2.91 billion, up $50 million from original outlook TORONTO , Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Waste Connections, Inc. (TSX/NYSE: WCN) ("Waste Connections" or the "Company") today announced its results for the third quarter of 2024. "We are extremely pleased by the strength of our operating and financial results in the period, positioning for another increase to our full year 2024 outlook, with momentum as we look ahead to 2025.
Sentiment: Positive
Publish Date: 2024-10-23 16:05:00
TORONTO , Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Waste Connections, Inc. (TSX/NYSE: WCN) ("Waste Connections" or the "Company") today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend on the Company's common shares and approved a 10.5% increase in the dividend. The regular quarterly cash dividend, which increases to $0.315 U.S. per common share of the Company from $0.285 U.S. per common share of the Company, will be paid on November 21, 2024 to shareholders of record on the close of business on November 7, 2024.
Sentiment: Negative
Publish Date: 2024-10-18 10:20:33
Looking beyond Wall Street's top -and-bottom-line estimate forecasts for Waste Connections (WCN), delve into some of its key metrics to gain a deeper insight into the company's potential performance for the quarter ended September 2024.
Sentiment: Negative
Publish Date: 2024-09-23 16:05:00
TORONTO , Sept. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Waste Connections, Inc. (TSX/NYSE: WCN) ("Waste Connections" or the "Company") today announced that it will report financial results for the third quarter of 2024 after the close of the stock market on October 23, 2024.
Sentiment: Positive
Publish Date: 2024-09-18 10:50:24
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Sentiment: Positive
Publish Date: 2024-09-08 01:43:03
I reiterate a 'Buy' rating for Waste Connections, with a fair value of $200 per share, due to strong margin expansion and pricing growth. Waste Connections reported 11.2% revenue growth and 16.4% EBITDA increase, driven by terminating lower-margin contracts and optimizing cost structures. The company has a robust M&A pipeline, expecting $700 million additional revenue in FY24, with $1.5 billion already spent on acquisitions this year.
Sentiment: Negative
Publish Date: 2024-08-23 12:37:26
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Sentiment: Negative
Publish Date: 2024-08-20 11:11:36
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