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WASTE MANAGEMENT INC · 2026-08-14 · Importance 47 · Surprise 60 · In source text

Waste Management cut its 2026 revenue outlook because of softer collection and disposal volumes. Pricing actions and stronger margins are expected to offset part of the volume pressure and support earnings momentum. Growth in recycling and renewable energy operations, together with strong free cash flow, is supporting profitability despite weaker core volumes.

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revenuenegativeprobable—Waste Management cut its 2026 revenue outlook on softer volumes.