Casella Waste Systems, Inc.
CWSTIndustrialsNASDAQWaste Management · Last scanned Sep 9, 2026
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Daily timeframePart of the industrials sector, Casella Waste Systems, Inc. (CWST) is listed under Waste Management. The $5.86B market capitalization puts CWST squarely in mid-cap range for its industry. The company offers resource management expertise and services primarily in the areas of solid waste collection and disposal, transfer, recycling and organics services to residential, commercial, municipal, institutional, and industrial customers.
Market Cap
$5.86B
Beta
0.74
P/E (TTM)
1150.88
P/E (Fwd)
62.75
EPS (TTM)
$0.08
EPS (Fwd)
$1.47
ROE
0.4%
ROA
1.7%
Cash
$27.8M
Total Debt
$1.45B
Free CF
$121.7M
52W Change
2.2%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where CWST stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 2, 2026 close, CWST finished 3.09% above its 150-day moving average ($89.87) and 0.60% above its 200-day moving average ($92.10). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is CWST overbought or oversold?
At the September 2, 2026 close, CWST's RSI(14) was 57.1, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
On the balance sheet, CWST has $27.8M in cash with $1.45B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. The company generates $121.7M in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. ROE of 0.4% points to modest capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 1.7% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has grown from $1.09B (2022) to $1.84B (2025), reflecting a 69% increase over the period.
Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. The elevated P/E ratio means the stock is priced for significant future growth. If earnings disappoint, the price correction could be sharp. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing CWST.