Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN) Dividend Yield, History & Forecast

Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN) is a Waste Management company in the Industrials sector listed on the New York Stock Exchange. It pays a current dividend yield of 0.74% ($1.40 per share annually (TTM)), with 8 years of consecutive dividend increases. The most recent ex-dividend date was November 5, 2026, with payment scheduled for November 19, 2026. The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 31.2%; the market capitalization is approximately $46.07B. Review WCN dividend history on this scorecard, compare peers in the Compare Dividend Returns tool, or project income with the dividend calculator.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN)

What is Waste Connections, Inc.'s dividend yield?
Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN) pays a current trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 0.74%, which works out to $1.40 per share annually based on the most recent payout schedule.
When does Waste Connections, Inc. pay its next dividend?
The most recent ex-dividend date was November 5, 2026. The next scheduled dividend payment date is November 19, 2026.
How many years has Waste Connections, Inc. increased its dividend?
Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN) has increased its dividend for 8 consecutive years.
Is Waste Connections, Inc. a Dividend Aristocrat?
No. Dividend Aristocrat status requires an S&P 500 listing and 25 or more consecutive years of dividend increases. Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN) currently has 8 years of consecutive increases.
What sector is Waste Connections, Inc. in?
Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Waste Management industry.
What is Waste Connections, Inc.'s dividend payout ratio?
Waste Connections, Inc. (WCN)'s trailing twelve-month dividend payout ratio is 31.2%. The payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings is paid out as dividends — a lower ratio generally suggests a more sustainable dividend.