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CWST Stock Chart & Stats
$89.39
-$0.09(-0.10%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$89.39
-$0.09(-0.10%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$74.05 - $107.96
Previous Close$89.3
Volume702.59K
Average Volume (3M)741.05K
Market Cap
$5.92B
Enterprise Value$7.59K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$25.54M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$1.45B
Price to Earnings (P/E)987.2
Beta0.28
Next Earnings
Nov 04, 2026EPS Estimate
0.42Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.09
Shares Outstanding62,651,848
10 Day Avg. Volume706,182
30 Day Avg. Volume741,048
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-17.07
Price to Book (P/B)3.96
Price to Sales (P/S)3.38
P/FCF Ratio73.38
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$116.29Price Target Upside30.09% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering9
EPS Forecast (FY)1.34
Revenue Forecast (FY)$2.10B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Integrated Waste InfrastructureAn integrated regional network lets Casella capture collection, transfer and disposal economics across the waste stream. Owned infrastructure and landfill capacity can support route density, internalization, pricing power and durable customer relationships over multiple years.
Revenue And Pricing GrowthGrowth is supported by both acquisitions and underlying pricing, reducing reliance on a single expansion source. Recurring service contracts, solid waste price increases and tuck-in acquisitions provide a foundation for continued revenue expansion.
Cash Generation And LiquidityStrong operating cash generation provides funding for capital investment, debt service and acquisitions while reducing dependence on external financing. Positive free cash flow and substantial liquidity also give Casella flexibility to pursue infrastructure and tuck-in growth.
Bears Say
Sharp Profitability CompressionThe steep decline in gross and net margins shows that revenue growth is converting weakly into earnings. Higher depreciation, interest, taxes and operating costs could constrain reinvestment capacity and leave results vulnerable to further cost pressure.
Meaningful Debt LoadAlthough leverage has improved versus earlier periods, the debt burden remains material relative to current profitability. Sustained borrowing costs and acquisition spending could limit financial flexibility, particularly while GAAP earnings remain very low.
Volume And Margin HeadwindsLower collection volumes and a weaker service mix may pressure route economics even as landfill tons increase. Fuel-recovery mechanics, acquisition dilution and Resource Solutions weakness also create persistent risks to margin expansion.
Casella Waste News
CWST FAQ
What was Casella Waste Systems’s price range in the past 12 months?
Casella Waste Systems lowest stock price was $74.05 and its highest was $107.96 in the past 12 months.
What is Casella Waste Systems’s market cap?
Casella Waste Systems’s market cap is $5.92B.
When is Casella Waste Systems’s upcoming earnings report date?
Casella Waste Systems’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 04, 2026 which is in 73 days.
How were Casella Waste Systems’s earnings last quarter?
Casella Waste Systems released its earnings results on Aug 06, 2026. The company reported $0.4 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.356 by $0.044.
Is Casella Waste Systems overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Casella Waste Systems’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Casella Waste Systems pay dividends?
Casella Waste Systems does not currently pay dividends.
What is Casella Waste Systems’s EPS estimate?
Casella Waste Systems’s EPS estimate is 0.42.
How many shares outstanding does Casella Waste Systems have?
Casella Waste Systems has 62,651,848 shares outstanding.
What happened to Casella Waste Systems’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Casella Waste Systems reported an EPS of $0.4 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.356. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.161%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Casella Waste Systems?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CWST
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Casella Waste Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$116.29 (30.09% Upside)
$116.29 (30.09% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CWST Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 241.2K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $2.8M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 2.0%
Last 30 Days ▼ 1.4%
Last 30 Days ▼ 1.4%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-17.83%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
―
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
9.23%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Casella Waste Systems
Casella Waste Systems, Inc., along with its subsidiaries, operates as a vertically integrated solid waste management firm across the northeastern United States. The company specializes in comprehensive waste and resource management solutions, encompassing solid waste collection, transfer, disposal, recycling, and organic waste services. These offerings cater to a diverse clientele, including residential, commercial, municipal, institutional, and industrial customers. Its operations specifically address non-hazardous solid waste, from initial collection through its extensive network of transfer stations to final disposal facilities. Casella also markets a variety of processed recyclables, such as metals (including aluminum), plastics, and paper products like corrugated cardboard, sourced from both its own processing centers and third-party acquisitions. Furthermore, the company engages in commodity brokerage. As of January 31, 2022, its significant infrastructure included 50 solid waste collection operations, 65 transfer stations, 23 recycling facilities, 8 Subtitle D landfills, 3 landfill gas-to-energy facilities, and 1 landfill dedicated to construction and demolition materials. Casella Waste Systems, Inc. was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Rutland, Vermont.
CWST Earnings Call
Q2 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented solid top-line growth, strong adjusted EBITDA expansion, improved safety metrics, successful Mid-Atlantic integration progress, and disciplined cash generation and liquidity — offset by margin headwinds from fuel recovery mechanics, Resource Solutions comparables, and modest acquisition dilution. Management reiterated full-year operating guidance while raising revenue due largely to elevated fuel recovery fees and a recent small tuck-in acquisition, and emphasized ongoing focus on unlocking scale, operational synergies, and continued tuck-in M&A.View all CWST earnings summariesCWST Revenue Breakdown
40.46% Western
29.61% Eastern
23.15% Resource Solutions
6.77% Mid-Atlantic

CWST Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$116.29
▲(30.09% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
2.24% Insiders
47.43% Mutual Funds
15.12% Other Institutional Investors
9.98% Public Companies and
Individual Investors






