Waste Connections is the third-largest integrated provider of traditional solid waste and recycling services in the North America, operating 113 active landfills (20 are exploration and production waste landfills and 16 are nonmunicipal waste landfills), 163 transfer stations, and 89 recycling operations. The firm serves residential, commercial, industrial, and energy end markets. Waste Connections entered the Canadian market with its 2016 merger with Progressive Waste. In 2024, 14% of consolidated revenue was generated from the firm's Canadian segment.
Quick Stats
Jan 30, 202652.8
AI Score
HOLD1.17
Volume Ratio
Feb 11, 2026
Next Earnings
14
+ve Days (30d)
16
-ve Days (30d)
WCN Stock Summary
Last updated Jan 30, 2026
WCN is currently trading at $167.6, positioned below its 200-day moving average of $180.51, suggesting bearish momentum. The stock has a 52-week range of $162.06 to $201.66.
Technical Analysis: The 50-day moving average stands at $172.3, which is above the current price, indicating bearish near-term pressure. The RSI (Relative Strength Index) reads 43.957, suggesting the stock is neutral with balanced momentum.
Money Flow Indicators: The Chaikin Money Flow (20-day) is 0.138, which is positive, indicating accumulation by institutional investors. Our AI-powered investment score rates WCN at 52.8/100 with a HOLD recommendation.
WCN (Waste Connections, Inc.) Indicators
Last updated Jan 30, 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| RSI(14) | 43.957 |
| CMF (20) | 0.138 |
| ROC (10) | -0.018 |
| ADX (14) | 22.542 |
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| MACD (12,26,9) | -1.11 |
| AROONOSC (14) | 50.0 |
| WILLAMS %R (14) | -44.985 |
| MFI (14) | 55.271 |
WCN Technical Chart
- Candlesticks: Green = price up, Red = price down. Body shows open/close, wicks show high/low.
- SMAs: Moving averages help identify trends. Price above SMA = bullish, below = bearish.
- Options OI: Shows max open interest strikes. High OI = significant price levels.
- Volume Profile: Shows price levels with most trading activity. POC = Point of Control (highest volume).
- Earnings: Vertical lines mark earnings dates. Watch for volatility around these dates.
- Gamma Walls: Key support/resistance from options gamma exposure. Orange = resistance above, Purple = support below.
- Fibonacci Retracement: Auto-calculated support/resistance levels based on recent high/low. Key levels: 23.6%, 38.2%, 50%, 61.8%, 78.6%.
- Unusual Activity: Highlights days with abnormal volume (2x+ average) or large price moves (5%+). Red marker = unusual activity detected.
Technical Indicators
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Indicators will appear below the price chart with perfectly aligned datesVolume Profile Analysis
Horizontal histogram showing volume distribution at each price level with buying/selling pressure
WCN Price vs Max Options Open Interest
WCN Max Change In Options Open Interest
WCN Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
1st February 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
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WCN Daily Out of Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
1st February 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
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WCN Daily In the Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
1st February 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
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WCN Most Active Options by Volume(near term)
1st February 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | Volume | OI | Change in OI |
Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
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Waste Connections, Inc. is not trading above both 50 Day and 200 Day SMA which is considered Bearish.
WCN Moving Averages Analysis
WCN (Waste Connections, Inc.) Simple Moving Averages
Moving Averages are last updated Jan 30, 2026
| Days | MA |
|---|---|
| 10 | 168.24 |
| 20 | 168.48 |
| 30 | 171.32 |
| 50 | 172.3 |
| 100 | 172.26 |
| 200 | 180.51 |
WCN Fundamental Analysis
| P/E (Forward) | 21.1416 |
| P/E (Trailing) | 69.5436 |
| Market Cap ($) | 43.1 billion |
| Earnings/Share ($) | 2.41 |
| Net Proft Margin (%) | 0.0665 |
| Dividend/Share ($) | 1.26 |
| EPS Estimate Current Year ($) | 5.1406 |
| EPS Estimate Next Year ($) | 5.6249 |
| WallStreet Target Price ($) | 204.25 |
| Most Recent Quarter |