Waste Connections Raises 2026 Outlook After Strong Q2 Performance
Waste Connections (NYSE: WCN) reported second-quarter revenue of $2.562 billion, a year-over-year increase of 6.4%, and adjusted EBITDA rose to $840.1 million, up 6.8%. The company raised its full-year outlook for both revenue and EBITDA due to strong pricing execution that offset macroeconomic challenges such as higher fuel costs and weaker construction activity. Management attributed the solid performance to a total price increase of 6.7% in the quarter, which helped drive organic growth despite volume declines of 1.9%. The company also noted early signs of recovery in special waste and construction-related activities. Waste Connections is optimistic about future upside from renewable natural gas projects, AI initiatives expected to generate $100 million in EBITDA improvements, and favorable commodity trends. CEO Ron Mittelstaedt expressed confidence in the first-half results positioning the company well for continued growth despite ongoing economic pressures.
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