In an era when artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing stocks are generating more hype than ever, it is easy to overlook reliable compounders with wide moats. One of my personal favorites is North America's largest trash and recycling juggernaut, Waste Management (WM -0.10%).Since the turn of the millennium, Waste Management has been a 23-bagger -- quadrupling the total returns of the S&P 500 (^GSPC 0.27%). Better yet, for passive income seekers, the company increased its dividend payments for 21 ...

VIRGINIA CITY, Nev., June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Comstock Inc. (NYSE American: LODE) today announced that its subsidiary, Comstock Metals LLC ("Comstock"), a pioneer in sustainable, zero-landfill solar panel recycling and the first solar panel recycling company in North America to be certified to the R2v3/RIOS Responsible Recycling Standard, has entered into a strategic partnership with Virtus Renewables Service Group Inc. (“Virtus”), a leading provider of comprehensive renewable energy solutions. Und ...

Waste Management (WM) 2025 Investor Day June 24, 2025 08:30 AM ET Speaker0 A little feedback. Well, welcome to WM's twenty twenty five Investor Day. Thank you for making the long train ride down to Lower Manhattan here. To those of you watching online, appreciate your attendance. And to those of you who are fast forwarding through this section on a replay, no, your video player is not stuck at 2x speed, I just talk this fast. Appreciate everyone's attention and interest in WM. So as customary, I'd like to s ...

For the second week in a row, next-generation plastic recycling specialist PureCycle Technologies (PCT -2.59%) was quite the hit on the stock exchange.Thanks to a successful round of capital raising and a bullish analyst note on its prospects, the company's shares were trading nearly 21% higher week to date early Friday morning, according to data compiled by S&P Global Market Intelligence.$300 million worth of good newsPureCycle has managed to raise $300 million in fresh capital commitments from a mix of fo ...

Core Points - Comerica Bank is hosting its 16th annual Metro Detroit Shred Day on June 14, 2025, at its Great Lakes Campus, offering free document shredding and electronics recycling to the public [1][2] - The event aims to securely dispose of sensitive documents and electronics while also collecting non-perishable food donations for Gleaners Community Food Bank [3][10] Group 1: Event Details - The Shred Day will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is open to residents, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations [1][2] - Last year, over 1,100 vehicles participated, resulting in approximately 169,000 pounds of paper and 17,000 pounds of electronics being recycled [4][7] Group 2: Community Impact - The event not only focuses on fraud prevention but also contributes to sustainability and food security, with over 2,000 non-perishable food donations and approximately $4,500 in cash donations collected in 2024 [5][6] - In its 15-year history, the event has collected nearly 1.3 million pounds of shredded documents, significantly reducing environmental impact by generating 74% less air pollution and using 50% less water compared to traditional paper production [6][7] Group 3: Partnerships and Support - Comerica is partnering with Iron Mountain and Information Systems Resources to provide secure disposal services [3][4] - Gleaners Community Food Bank has been involved for 10 years, receiving over 17,000 pounds of food and approximately $23,000 in cash donations, resulting in over 95,000 meals provided [7][11]

Core Insights - Comstock Inc. has received approval for a conditional use permit to expand material storage for solar panels, facilitating the development of the first industry-scale solar panel recycling facility in Silver Springs, Nevada [1][3] - The facility aims to provide a 100% closed-loop, zero-landfill solution for end-of-life solar panels, setting a new standard in the solar recycling industry [2][4] - The facility is expected to process 100,000 tons of waste solar panels annually and is in the final stages of permitting, with commissioning planned for the first quarter of 2026 [4] Company Developments - Comstock Metals, a subsidiary of Comstock Inc., is focused on sustainable practices and advanced technologies in solar recycling [2][5] - The company has demonstrated the ability to recycle and reuse 100% of materials, leading to master service agreements with major utilities [3][4] - Comstock Metals is the first solar panel recycling company in North America certified by SERI to the R2v3/RIOS Responsible Recycling Standard, ensuring a zero-waste recycling process [4] Industry Context - The Silver Springs facility is strategically positioned to serve the growing solar industry in the western United States, addressing the need for efficient end-of-life solutions for solar panels [3][4] - The expansion of storage capacity is crucial for managing large volumes of solar panels and meeting the demands of large-scale customers [3][4] - Comstock's unique thermal delaminating processes and sustainable practices enhance its leadership in the recycling sector and strengthen the supply chain for domestically manufactured electrification products [5][6]

J.P. Morgan research suggests the probability of a U.S. recession in 2025 is dropping below 50% from its 60% peak, now that the Trump administration is pulling punches on some of its more aggressive tariff policies, allowing the S&P 500 to rebound after dipping into correction territory back in March. However, the risk is still high. But don’t worry — recessions and crashes do not necessarily spell doom for your portfolio. Instead of trying to time the market perfectly or panic-selling during downturns, whi ...

Core Points - Republic Services, Inc. plans to construct a new recycling center in Bridgeton, Missouri, to enhance recycling rates in Greater St. Louis, with an expected opening in mid-2027 [1][3] - The facility will cover 105,000 square feet and is designed to manage recyclables from approximately 3 million residents, processing up to 45 tons of single-stream recyclables per hour [2][4] - The center will utilize advanced technology, including at least 10 optical sorters and AI systems, to improve efficiency and reduce contamination in the recycling process [3][4] Company Commitment - The investment in the recycling center reflects the company's commitment to sustainability and circularity, aiming to meet the growing demand for recycling services in the region [3][5] - Republic Services has a significant presence in Greater St. Louis, employing nearly 1,000 people and operating 12 facilities, which include recycling centers and disposal sites [4][5] Community Impact - The project is expected to create up to 200 full-time construction jobs and 60 permanent positions at the facility upon completion [4] - Over the past seven years, Republic Services has positively impacted over 360,000 people in Greater St. Louis through community investments and volunteer initiatives [5] Industry Position - Republic Services is one of the largest recyclers in the nation, processing 5 million tons of recyclable materials annually across 75 facilities [5][6]

Casella Waste Systems (CWST) Conference May 05, 2025 11:00 AM ET Speaker0 We're on a march. Good morning. Good morning. Oh, we're alive. Okay. Good morning, everybody. If you can all take your seats, we'll get started. I'm Michael Hoffman. I'm the president and CEO of the National Waste and Recycling Association. So you sort of sit here and go, I thought he retired. I did, but, my longtime twenty five year associate, Brian Butler, was very fortunately to be hired by our first panelist, Casella, and then Sti ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenues in Q1 2025 were $417.1 million, an increase of $76.1 million or 22.3% year over year, with $57.3 million from acquisitions and $18.4 million from organic growth of 5.4% [13][20] - Adjusted EBITDA was $86.4 million, up $15.4 million or 21.7% year over year, with adjusted EBITDA margins at 20.7%, down 10 basis points year over year [16][20] - Adjusted net income was $12.2 million or $0.19 per diluted share, an increase of $3.5 million or about $0.04 per share [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Solid waste revenues increased by 25.9% year over year, with pricing up 5.6% and volume down 1.7% [13][14] - Collection pricing was up 5.8%, while volumes decreased by 1.7%, attributed to slower roll-off volumes during winter [9][14] - Resource Solutions revenues grew by 9.5% year over year, with national accounts up 10.9% [15][16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Organic growth in the landfill business exceeded 7%, driven by both price and volume increases [8][9] - The average price per ton in the landfill business was up 4.8% in the quarter [15] - Commodity prices remained stable, with recent softness in the fiber market offset by strength in plastics and aluminum [15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company continues to focus on internalizing more of its own tons and executing its acquisition strategy, having closed four deals year to date with approximately $50 million in annualized revenues [10][25] - The active M&A pipeline is robust, with over $500 million in revenues in various stages of engagement [26] - The company aims to enhance operational efficiency through fleet automation and route optimization [23][25] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the 2025 outlook, citing limited exposure to tariffs and a resilient business model [10][22] - The company is closely monitoring macroeconomic uncertainties but remains optimistic about future value creation opportunities [10][21] - Management noted that the challenging winter weather impacted roll-off volumes but expects a seasonal uptick as spring progresses [9][72] Other Important Information - The company was recognized on Forbes' 2025 America's Best Midsized Employers list, highlighting its commitment to core values and culture [7] - The company has a consolidated net leverage ratio of 2.45 times and maintains approximately $900 million of availability between excess cash and an undrawn revolver [21] Q&A Session Summary Question: How much of the landfill volume increase is due to lost construction and demolition volumes flowing back? - Management indicated that about one-third of the increase is from recapturing construction and demolition tons in the New York market, with two-thirds from efforts to internalize additional tons [30][31] Question: What is the unfilled annual landfill capacity today? - Management stated that they are running about 30% excess capacity, primarily in New York State, with opportunities to drive more volume to specific landfills [32][33] Question: Can you provide an update on the Juniper Ridge landfill gas plant ramp? - The Juniper Ridge project is online but operating at low production levels, with expectations for ramp-up throughout the year [36][38] Question: What is the expected EBITDA contribution from internalization? - Management noted that the impact of internalization on EBITDA is complex and varies by acquisition, making it difficult to provide a specific figure [75][76] Question: Why was the full year guidance not changed despite strong Q1 results? - Management explained that it is typical not to change guidance in the first quarter unless there are significant deviations from expectations [90][91]