Waste Management, Inc.

WM|Industrials|$238.53

Last update: Mar 15, 2026 at 11:45

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.43%

Annual Dividend

$3.42

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

49.26%

FCF Payout Ratio

47.37%

Stock Price

$238.53

52-Week Range

$194.11 – $248.13

Dividend History (2016–2025)

WM annual dividend per share and yield history

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

March 13, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 27, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

8.28%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

8.61%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

7.99%

3-Year Total Growth

26.97%

5-Year Total Growth

51.16%

10-Year Total Growth

115.77%

Income Calculator

WM Dividend Calculator

Number of Shares

Total Investment

$23,853.00

Annual Income

$342.00

Quarterly Income

$85.50

Monthly Income

$28.50

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is WM's current dividend yield?

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) currently has a dividend yield of 1.43%, based on a stock price of $238.53 and an annual dividend of $3.42.

When is WM's next dividend payment date?

WM's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-13 and the next payment date is 2026-03-27. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.

How much does WM pay in dividends per year?

Waste Management, Inc. paid $3.31 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.

Has WM been increasing its dividend?

Waste Management, Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 8.61% and a 10-year CAGR of 7.99%.

Is WM's dividend safe?

Waste Management, Inc. has a payout ratio of 49.26%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 47.37%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.

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Dividend data is provided for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most recent payments. Past dividend performance does not guarantee future results. Always verify with official sources before making investment decisions.

Data sourced from Sheets Finance.