Casella Waste Systems Hits 52-Week Low at $77.27 Amid Decline

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. has reached a new 52-week low, trading at USD 77.27 as of March 20, 2026. This marks a significant decline for the small-cap company, which has seen its stock price decrease by 19.02% over the past year, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's performance of 14.9% during the same period. The company's market capitalization stands at USD 5,618 million, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 187.00, indicating a high valuation relative to its earnings. Casella Waste Systems has not offered any dividends, and its debt-to-equity ratio is 0.66, suggesting a moderate level of leverage. The return on equity is notably low at 1.92%, reflecting challenges in generating profit from shareholders' equity. In addition, the company has reported a decline in pre-tax profit, which fell by 32.15% to USD 7.31 million. The rising raw material costs, which increased by 7.8% year-over-year, further complicate the company's financial landscape. With high institutional holdings at 100%, the stock's performance continues to be closely monitored by investors.