One Man Garbage, another Man GoldWaste Management, Inc.BATS:WMMRCMMI consider WM (formerly Waste Management) , bullish for long-term investors, though I'd call it a quality compounder rather than a high-growth stock. High rate quality business. Essential business. Garbage collection, is a necessity regardless, of economic conditions, making revenues highly resilient. High barriers to entry. Landfills, permits, route density, and municipal contracts create a durable competitive moat. Pricing power. WM has consistently been able, to raise prices faster, than inflation while maintaining strong margins. Strong cash flow. Recent results showed, a sharp increase in free cash flow, supporting dividend growth and renewed share buybacks. Capital returns. The company continues, to reward shareholders, through a growing dividend and share repurchases. Growth beyond trash collection. Investments in recycling automation, renewable natural gas, and the Stericycle, acquisition provide additional long-term growth opportunities.