Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN) Earnings History
Elite Compounder29 years of earnings data (1997–2025) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN) Earnings Overview
As of June 22, 2026, Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $1.06B, reflecting +74.9% year-over-year growth. The company earned $4.14 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 11.4%.
Looking at the long-term picture, WCN's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +39.9%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $1.08B in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
Waste Connections, Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 39.0%, operating margin of 18.1%, and net margin of 11.4%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including WM ($2.79B net income, 10.7% margin), RSG ($2.17B net income, 12.9% margin), CWST ($7M net income, 0.4% margin), WCN has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare WCN vs WM →
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WCN Historical Earnings Data (1997–2025)
29 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1.08B | +75.0% | $1.72B | $4.18 | 11.4% | 18.1% |
| 2024 | $618M | -19.0% | $1.07B | $2.39 | 6.9% | 12.0% |
| 2023 | $763M | -8.7% | $1.24B | $2.95 | 9.5% | 15.4% |
| 2022 | $836M | +35.2% | $1.24B | $3.24 | 11.6% | 17.2% |
| 2021 | $618M | +202.0% | $1.04B | $2.36 | 10.0% | 16.9% |
| 2020 | $205M | -63.9% | $412M | $0.78 | 3.8% | 7.6% |
| 2019 | $567M | +3.7% | $838M | $2.19 | 10.5% | 15.5% |
| 2018 | $547M | -5.2% | $832M | $2.07 | 11.1% | 16.9% |
| 2017 | $577M | +134.0% | $627M | $2.18 | 12.5% | 13.5% |
| 2016 | $247M | +357.4% | $452M | $1.07 | 7.3% | 13.4% |
| 2015 | -$96M | -141.2% | -$62M | $-0.52 | -4.5% | -2.9% |
| 2014 | $233M | +18.8% | $449M | $1.24 | 11.2% | 21.6% |
| 2013 | $196M | +23.0% | $393M | $1.05 | 10.1% | 20.4% |
| 2012 | $159M | -0.9% | $327M | $0.87 | 9.6% | 19.7% |
| 2011 | $161M | +14.6% | $310M | $0.97 | 11.0% | 21.2% |
| 2010 | $140M | +17.2% | $283M | $0.77 | 10.2% | 20.7% |
| 2009 | $119M | +34.3% | $250M | $0.61 | 9.2% | 19.3% |
| 2008 | $89M | -17.5% | $184M | $0.64 | 9.8% | 20.3% |
| 2007 | $108M | +42.8% | $225M | $0.63 | 10.3% | 21.6% |
| 2006 | $75M | -13.3% | $168M | $0.49 | 9.4% | 20.9% |
| 2005 | $87M | +422.6% | $174M | $0.52 | 11.6% | 23.2% |
| 2004 | $17M | -74.6% | $14M | $0.44 | 10.3% | 8.8% |
| 2003 | $66M | +18.3% | $145M | $0.43 | 11.6% | 25.7% |
| 2002 | $55M | +81.7% | $131M | $0.37 | 11.1% | 26.3% |
| 2001 | $31M | +8.3% | $94M | $0.22 | 8.1% | 24.9% |
| 2000 | $28M | +206.4% | $77M | $0.23 | 9.3% | 25.4% |
| 1999 | $9M | +411.1% | $41M | $0.09 | 5.0% | 22.2% |
| 1998 | $2M | +135.3% | $8M | $0.02 | 3.3% | 14.8% |
| 1997 | -$5M | - | $600,000 | $-0.18 | -82.3% | 9.7% |
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WCN — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying WCN stock.
What is WCN earnings per share (EPS)?
WCN trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $4.14, reflecting +74.9% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +39.9%. Complete EPS history from 1997 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Waste Connections, Inc.'s net income?
Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN) trailing twelve-month net income is $1.1B as of 2025. Earnings grew +74.9% year-over-year. Waste Connections, Inc. has been profitable for 10 consecutive years.
Is WCN profitable?
Yes, WCN is profitable with a TTM net income of $1.1B and a net profit margin of +11.4%. Waste Connections, Inc. has generated profits for 10 consecutive years.
What is WCN's earnings growth rate?
WCN compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +74.9%, 3-Year: +8.9%, 5-Year: +39.9%, 10-Year: N/A. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1997 to 2025.
What are WCN's profit margins?
Waste Connections, Inc. net profit margin is +11.4%, operating margin is +18.1%, and gross margin is +39.0%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +13.4%.
Is WCN growing earnings?
Yes, WCN earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +74.9% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of +39.9%. TTM net income reached $1.1B. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was WCN's best earnings year?
Waste Connections, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $1.1B, achieved in fiscal year 2025. Earnings history on this page spans 1997 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were WCN's earnings last quarter?
WCN's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $219M with diluted EPS of $0.86. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.