WM monthly performance report
Explore WM's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
WM monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Waste Management (WM) closed November 2026 at $244.11, up 4.57% for the month and +19.78% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, WM is +11.11%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.03% YTD.
- The stock is trading +8.09% versus its 200-day moving average ($225.84), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, WM has underperformed the S&P 500 by −29.72%, with a relative strength index reading of 82.7.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 64.1% — 25 positive months versus 14 negative months.
Waste Management ended November 2026 at $244.11, posting a monthly return of +4.57%. The S&P 500 returned +0.19% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +4.38%.
The current quarter stands at +19.71% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +8.09% versus the 200-day moving average ($225.84).
Year-to-date, WM is +11.11% against SPY +11.03%, a gap of +0.08%. The stock is currently −1.62% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −18.72%.
| Period | WM | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +1.59% | −0.35% | +1.94% |
| 1 Week | +1.18% | +3.29% | −2.11% |
| 1 Month | +4.57% | +0.19% | +4.38% |
| 3 Months | +8.71% | −2.48% | +11.19% |
| 6 Months | +12.78% | +2.00% | +10.79% |
| YTD | +11.11% | +11.03% | +0.08% |
| 12 Months | +19.78% | +10.79% | +8.99% |
| 3 Years | +42.11% | +71.83% | −29.72% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Oct 2026 | +14.48% |
| #2 | Feb 2024 | +10.78% |
| #3 | Jan 2025 | +9.15% |
| #4 | Nov 2025 | +9.06% |
| #5 | Feb 2026 | +8.37% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dec 2024 | −11.58% |
| #2 | Oct 2025 | −9.54% |
| #3 | May 2026 | −9.07% |
| #4 | Sep 2026 | −6.85% |
| #5 | Jun 2025 | −5.04% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | −3.49% |
| Q4 2025 | −0.51% |
| Q1 2026 | +4.59% |
| Q2 2026 | −3.01% |
| Q3 2026 | −8.51% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +19.71% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +14.16% |
| 2024 | +12.67% |
| 2025 | +8.88% |
| 2026 | +11.11% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $248.13 (2026-03-06) |
| 52-Week Low | $197.47 (2025-11-10) |
| Current Price | $244.11 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $225.84 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +8.09% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −18.72% (2025-11-03) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −1.62% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 82.7 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −29.72% |
| RS Peak | 114.3 (Apr 2025) |
| RS Trough | 67.8 (Oct 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was WM's return for this report period?
WM returned +4.57% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-12.
Has WM outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD WM: +11.11% vs SPY: +11.03%.
What is WM's 12-month return?
+19.78% over the trailing 12 months.
Is WM above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +8.09% versus 200DMA ($225.84).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−18.72% on 2025-11-03.